August weather forecast
West Canton, NC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Canton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), bearing a close resemblance to July. West Canton, during the nights of August, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Canton, in August, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Canton, there are 185.9 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In West Canton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, in West Canton, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in West Canton is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in West Canton?

West Canton in August has an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Canton?

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

How many days does it rain in August in West Canton?

In West Canton, in August, during 20.9 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Canton?

June through September are months without snowfall in West Canton, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in August in West Canton?

In August, the average day length in West Canton is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in West Canton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Canton have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in West Canton?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in West Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in West Canton is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
West Canton, NC

Average temperature in August - West Canton, 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: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in August
West Canton, NC

Average pressure in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"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
West Canton, NC

Average wind speed in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in August
West Canton, NC

Average humidity in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in August
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall days in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall days in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Canton, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Canton, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Canton, NC

Average sunshine days in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.2 days).

Average UV index in August
West Canton, NC

Average UV index in August - West Canton, 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
West Canton, NC

Average cloud cover in August - West Canton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
West Canton, NC

Average visibility in August - West Canton, 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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