August weather forecast
Craig, AK

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The magnificent island city of Craig in Alaska, with the surrounding forestry and hilly ranges
The magnificent island city of Craig in Alaska, with the surrounding forestry and hilly ranges

Weather in August

August continues the warmed trend from July with slightly reduced Daylight hours. As August progresses, temperatures start to decline signaling the gradual advent of fall. The highest rainfall marks this month at 5.94" (151mm), making Craig a wetter place. With diminishing sunlight hours, days become shorter, but remain long enough to enjoy outdoor activities. It's the perfect time for tourists to experience Alaska's late-summer bounty.

Temperature

August stands out as Craig's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Craig are January and August, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Craig, in August, during 21.4 rainfall days, 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 210.2 rainfall days, and 70.71" (1796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Craig is August, with an average ocean temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 56.3°F (13.5°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In Craig, Alaska, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:47 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 5.8h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Craig. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Craig?

With average high and low temperatures of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively, August is Craig's warmest month.

What is the temperature in August in Craig?

In Craig, in August, the average high-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Craig?

January and August, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Craig.

What is the average humidity in August in Craig?

In August, the average relative humidity in Craig is 89%.

How many days does it rain in August in Craig?

In Craig, Alaska, in August, during 21.4 rainfall days, 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Craig?

June through September are months without snowfall in Craig.

What month is the ocean warmest in Craig?

The month with the warmest seawater in Craig, Alaska, is August, with an average ocean temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the water temperature in August in Craig?

In Craig, the average seawater temperature in August is 56.3°F (13.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August in Craig?

The average day length in August in Craig is 14h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Craig?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Craig, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:47 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Craig?

The average sunshine duration in August is 5.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Craig?

In Craig, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Craig, AK

Average temperature in August - Craig, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (59.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (31.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Craig, AK

Average pressure in August - Craig, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Craig, AK

Average wind speed in August - Craig, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Craig, AK

Average humidity in August - Craig, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (82%).

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Average rainfall in August
Craig, AK

Average rainfall in August - Craig, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.68").

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Average rainfall days in August
Craig, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Craig, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Craig, AK

Average snowfall in August - Craig, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Craig, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Craig, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Craig, AK

Average sea temperature in August - Craig, AK
  • Average sea temperature in August: 56.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.8°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Craig, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Craig, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Craig, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Craig, AK

Average UV index in August - Craig, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Craig, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Craig, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in August
Craig, AK

Average visibility in August - Craig, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are February and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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