August weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in August

August brings slightly cooler temperatures compared to July. Nonetheless, Girdwood's weather remains warm, with increased rain showers noted. A touch more cloud cover than July, combined with decreasing daylight hours, subtly heralds the approaching end of summer. The gradual transition towards the cooler and shorter days of September begins.

Temperature

August commences in Girdwood, Alaska, with an average high-temperature of a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C), showing little deviation from July's 56.8°F (13.8°C). During August nights, Girdwood witnesses a consistent average temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

In Girdwood, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

Rainfall

In Girdwood, in August, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Girdwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Girdwood, Alaska, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In Girdwood, the average length of the day in August is 15h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:04 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Girdwood, the average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Girdwood is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during August morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, 53.4°F (11.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

How many days does it rain in August in Girdwood?

In August, in Girdwood, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout August, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Girdwood?

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

Does it snow in Girdwood in August?

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

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

In Girdwood, the average day length in August is 15h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Girdwood?

On the first day of August in Girdwood, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:04 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in August in Girdwood?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in August
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Girdwood, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Girdwood, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Girdwood, AK

Average UV index in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in August
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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