August weather forecast
Fernley, NV

Share

Weather in August

While August continues the summer rhythm in Fernley, Nevada, a slight relief in temperatures from July is observed. Even with temperatures reaching a high of 87.4°F (30.8°C), the sweltering summer peaks start to recede. Although the rainfall is at its minimum, the region still experiences a low level of humidity. Days remain at their brightest with extended sunshine hours. August winds down with a subtle hint of the upcoming fall season.

Temperature

Fernley, Nevada, notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C) in August, hardly diverging from July. August nights experience a distinct temperature drop from the daily highs, with an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are July through September Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of rain.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:29 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Fernley, the average sunshine in August is 12h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Fernley, is 87.4°F (30.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C).

What are the least humid months in Fernley?

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Fernley, the average relative humidity in August is 22%.

What is the driest month?

July through September are months with the least rain in Fernley when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in August?

In Fernley, in August, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fernley, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Fernley have in August?

In Fernley, the average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:29 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Fernley, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Fernley, NV

Average temperature in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Fernley, NV

Average pressure in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fernley, NV

Average wind speed in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Fernley, NV

Average humidity in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average humidity in August: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (22%).

Average rainfall in August
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall days in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall days in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fernley, NV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fernley, NV

Average sunshine days in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Fernley, NV

Average UV index in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Fernley, NV

Average cloud cover in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Fernley, NV

Average visibility in August - Fernley, NV
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

Fernley, Nevada, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location