August weather forecast
Barker Heights, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Barker Heights, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Barker Heights marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.2°F (29°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). August nights indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In Barker Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout August, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Barker Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Barker Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Barker Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Barker Heights, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Barker Heights?

In Barker Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout August, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Barker Heights, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Barker Heights, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Barker Heights.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Barker Heights, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average temperature in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average pressure in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average wind speed in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average humidity in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average rainfall in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average snowfall in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Barker Heights, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average UV index in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Barker Heights, NC

Average visibility in August - Barker Heights, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).

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