August weather forecast
Boone, NC

Share
The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina
The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina

Weather in August

August in Boone mirrors the warmth of July with only a minor dip in temperatures. This month marks a decrease in rainfall to 2.76" (70mm), providing slightly more sunny days compared to July. With the dominance of hot summer days, August continues to present many sunshine-filled hours. As August gives way to September, we can anticipate a decrease in temperatures coupled with reduced rainfall. Markedly, this month serves as the last full summer month before the beginnings of the fall season set in.

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), closely aligned with July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). The significant decline in Boone's temperature, from day to night, averages of 58.6°F (14.8°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Boone, North Carolina, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Boone, North Carolina, in August, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Boone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Boone.

Daylight

In Boone, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Boone, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Boone?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Boone during August are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Boone?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Boone?

In Boone, in August, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Boone?

In Boone, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Boone?

In Boone, North Carolina, the average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Boone?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Boone, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Boone have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Boone is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Boone?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Boone.

What is the UV index reading in August in Boone?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Boone is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability 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
Boone, NC

Average temperature in August - Boone, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Boone, NC

Average pressure in August - Boone, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"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
Boone, NC

Average wind speed in August - Boone, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Boone, NC

Average humidity in August - Boone, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Boone, NC

Average rainfall in August - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
Boone, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Boone, NC

Average snowfall in August - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Boone, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Boone, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Boone, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Boone, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Boone, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Boone, NC

Average UV index in August - Boone, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Boone, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Boone, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Boone, NC

Average visibility in August - Boone, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

Boone, North Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

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