August weather forecast
Cherokee, NC

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Weather in August

The warmth of summer continues to linger in Cherokee throughout August as well. Though there is a slight dip in temperatures compared to July, the heat prevails. The lush greens of the landscapes are at their peak, offering an array of hues under the sunlit skies. This period is ideal for exploring the outdoors and taking pleasure in the town’s natural beauty. Even as the summer season nears its end, Cherokee continues to bask in the glow of warm and sunny days.

Temperature

August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) from July's 80.2°F (26.8°C). Cherokee's temperature lowers to a mean of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during the nights in August.

Humidity

In Cherokee, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cherokee, during August, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Cherokee, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cherokee, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature during August is 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Cherokee, North Carolina, during August, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cherokee, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Cherokee, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cherokee, NC

Average temperature in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in August
Cherokee, NC

Average pressure in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Cherokee, NC

Average wind speed in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Cherokee, NC

Average humidity in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Cherokee, NC

Average rainfall in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in August
Cherokee, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cherokee, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cherokee, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cherokee, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Cherokee, NC

Average UV index in August - Cherokee, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Cherokee, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Cherokee, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Cherokee, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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