August weather forecast
Carolina Beach, NC

August sees another round of warm temperatures in Carolina Beach, similarly to July. This period maintains the high summer temperatures, keeping the city in a constant summer vibe. The sea temperature also reaches its peak during this month, presenting a consistent appeal for swimming and beach activities. Visitors coming to the city in August should be prepared for the high temperatures and the increased likelihood of rainfall. Despite this pattern, it remains a popular time for tourists due to the summer vacations.

Temperature

The warmest months are July and August, with an average high-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

May through August and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Carolina Beach.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Carolina Beach is August, with an average ocean temperature of 82.8°F (28.2°C).
Note: Surface water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) offer outstanding conditions for any water activity, providing extreme pleasure for extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Carolina Beach is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August in Carolina Beach, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.