August weather - Summer 2024

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

A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains

Weather in August

August registers the highest sea temperature of 54.8°F (12.7°C), making it a prime month for beach activities. However, temperatures on land start to pull back from their peak in July. The retreat of summer is signaled by shorter days and rainier weather. Despite the weather starting to cool, the landscape remains an inviting vista of greenery.

Temperature

In August, Wrangell experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still moderate 59°F (15°C), closely mirroring the climate in July. In Wrangell, August is characterized by an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Wrangell, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wrangell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 53.03" (1347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Wrangell.
Note: While a brief time in 54.7°F (12.6°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Wrangell is 15h and 3min.
On the first day of August in Wrangell, Alaska, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Wrangell, the average sunshine in August is 6.9h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during August leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wrangell in August?

The high-temperature during August is 59°F (15°C) and the low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout August, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Wrangell, snow does not fall in June through September.

When is the ocean warmest in Wrangell?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the water temperature in August?

In Wrangell, in August, the average water temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C). Swimming in 54.7°F (12.6°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Wrangell have in August?

In August, the average day length is 15h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:46 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Wrangell, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Wrangell?

The months with the highest UV index in Wrangell are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Wrangell, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

59.7°F 15.4°C

59°F 15°C

54.3°F 12.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.2mph 6.8km/h

4.7mph 7.6km/h

5.8mph 9.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

17.7

17.5

Average snowfall

0" 0mm

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

12.3

11.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Wrangell, AK

Average high temperature in August: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

Average low temperature in August: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Wrangell, AK

Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Wrangell, AK

Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Wrangell, AK

Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).

Average rainfall in August
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall in August: 5.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Wrangell, AK

Average sea temperature in August: 54.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wrangell, AK

Average daylight in August: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Wrangell, AK

Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).

Average UV index in August
Wrangell, AK

Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Wrangell, AK

Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in August
Wrangell, AK

Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

August weather forecast
Wrangell, AK

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