August weather forecast
Rocky Point, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Rocky Point, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.3°F (31.3°C) and min 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of August denotes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), subtly different from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). Rocky Point sees an average low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 107.6°F (42°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rocky Point, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In Rocky Point, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Rocky Point, 88.3°F (31.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 71.8°F (22.1°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 107.6°F (42°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, August is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Rocky Point, in August, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Rocky Point?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Rocky Point, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Rocky Point, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Rocky Point, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. 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
Rocky Point, NC

Average temperature in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average pressure in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average wind speed in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average humidity in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Rocky Point, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rocky Point, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Rocky Point, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average UV index in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Rocky Point, NC

Average visibility in August - Rocky Point, 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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