Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Sunset Beach's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C) from July's 86.9°F (30.5°C) in temperature. Throughout August, Sunset Beach records an average temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) at night.Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 98.6°F (37°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March 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 6:26 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 6.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 21 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Sunset 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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