August weather forecast
Salter Path, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Salter Path, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 77°F (25°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. Salter Path records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of August, averaging a still moderately hot 77°F (25°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salter Path, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Salter Path during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Salter Path, is 84°F (28.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 77°F (25°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Salter Path are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Salter Path, in August, during 21.8 rainfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Salter Path have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salter Path have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In Salter Path, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Salter Path, NC

Average temperature in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 77°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 (42.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Salter Path, NC

Average pressure in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Salter Path, NC

Average wind speed in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Salter Path, NC

Average humidity in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Salter Path, NC

Average rainfall in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in August
Salter Path, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Salter Path, NC

Average snowfall in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Salter Path, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

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

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salter Path, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salter Path, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Salter Path, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Salter Path, NC

Average UV index in August - Salter Path, 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
Salter Path, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Salter Path, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Salter Path, NC

Average visibility in August - Salter Path, 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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