August weather forecast
Carrboro, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Carrboro, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average high of 88°F (31.1°C).

Temperature

August's presence records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88°F (31.1°C), closely mirroring July's climate. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Carrboro is 74%.

Rainfall

In Carrboro, North Carolina, during August, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Carrboro, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Carrboro, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Carrboro, 88°F (31.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.7°F (20.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in Carrboro in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout August, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Carrboro, the average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Carrboro, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Carrboro, NC

Average temperature in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 88°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in August
Carrboro, NC

Average pressure in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Carrboro, NC

Average wind speed in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Carrboro, NC

Average humidity in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Carrboro, NC

Average rainfall in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.83").

Average rainfall days in August
Carrboro, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Carrboro, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Carrboro, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Carrboro, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Carrboro, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Carrboro, NC

Average UV index in August - Carrboro, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Carrboro, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Carrboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Carrboro, NC

Average visibility in August - Carrboro, NC
  • 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).

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