August weather forecast
Caswell Beach, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Caswell Beach, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 76.3°F (24.6°C) and max 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature ascends to 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?

July and August represent the warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Is it hot during August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Caswell Beach, records 85.6°F (29.8°C), while the low-temperature is 76.3°F (24.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Caswell Beach?

In Caswell Beach, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Caswell Beach?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Caswell Beach, in August, during 19.1 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Caswell Beach, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Caswell Beach have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Caswell Beach, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Caswell Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average temperature in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 76.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average pressure in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average wind speed in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average humidity in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average rainfall in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average snowfall in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Caswell Beach, NC

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average UV index in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Caswell Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Caswell Beach, NC

Average visibility in August - Caswell Beach, 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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