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 sea temperature 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
With an average high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C), August is the warmest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 70%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout August, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gig Harbor, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C), are months with the warmest seawater.Note: To swim in 53.2°F (11.8°C) at less than 50°F (10°C), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 55.4°F (13°C) is not welcoming.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during August leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average high temperature in August: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average rainfall days in August: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average sea temperature in August: 53.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average sunshine days in August: 23.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average UV index in August: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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