August weather forecast
Clayton, WA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Clayton, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

August, with its average high-temperature of 84°F (28.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C), holds the record as the warmest month.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital 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

With an average relative humidity of 43%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Clayton.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 12h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

Clayton, Washington, experiences its average highest temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 84°F (28.9°C) and a minimum of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Is it hot during August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84°F (28.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in Clayton?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 43%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Clayton, Washington, is August, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Clayton, in August, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Clayton, snow does not fall in June through August.

Does it snow in August?

In Clayton, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Clayton have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 12h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Clayton, WA

Average temperature in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Clayton, WA

Average pressure in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Clayton, WA

Average wind speed in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4mph).

Average humidity in August
Clayton, WA

Average humidity in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average humidity in August: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in August
Clayton, WA

Average rainfall in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in August
Clayton, WA

Average rainfall days in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Clayton, WA

Average snowfall in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Clayton, WA

Average snowfall days in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clayton, WA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Clayton, WA

Average sunshine days in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Clayton, WA

Average UV index in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Clayton, WA

Average cloud cover in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Clayton, WA

Average visibility in August - Clayton, WA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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