August weather forecast
Tok, AK

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Weather in August

August experiences a slight decrease in temperature to 63.3°F (17.4°C), signaling the beginnings of a return to cooler conditions compared to July. Despite this, the weather remains largely sunny and dry, with less cloud coverage compared to the neighboring months. The extended daylight hours also start to recede, slowly winding back towards the shorter days typical in the higher latitudes. This is a picturesque time as the landscape begins to glimmer with hues of autumn.

Temperature

August witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from July's agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C). August brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

In Tok, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Tok, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Tok, Alaska, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 10:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Tok, Alaska, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In Tok, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in August translates into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Tok?

In Tok, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Tok?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tok have in August?

In Tok, the average day length in August is 16h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 10:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:46 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tok have in August?

In Tok, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Tok, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Tok, AK

Average temperature in August - Tok, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Tok, AK

Average pressure in August - Tok, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Tok, AK

Average wind speed in August - Tok, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Tok, AK

Average humidity in August - Tok, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

Average rainfall in August
Tok, AK

Average rainfall in August - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Tok, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Tok, AK

Average snowfall in August - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Tok, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tok, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tok, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Tok, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Tok, AK

Average UV index in August - Tok, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Tok, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Tok, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Tok, AK

Average visibility in August - Tok, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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