August weather forecast
Sterling, AK

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Sterling, is another comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Sterling greets August with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. August's average low-temperature reading in Sterling settles at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Sterling, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.9 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Sterling is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Sterling, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 10:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 9:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Sterling, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Sterling is 3. 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 UV index of 3 during August translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Sterling?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sterling during August are 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Sterling?

In Sterling, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Sterling?

In Sterling, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sterling?

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

Does it snow in Sterling in August?

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

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

In August, the average day length in Sterling is 15h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Sterling?

On the first day of August in Sterling, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 10:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 9:09 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in August?

In Sterling, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Sterling?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling, Alaska, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sterling, AK

Average temperature in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Sterling, AK

Average pressure in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Sterling, AK

Average wind speed in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Sterling, AK

Average humidity in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sterling, AK

Average rainfall in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in August
Sterling, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Sterling, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Sterling, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.1 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
Sterling, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sterling, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sterling, AK

Average UV index in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Sterling, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in August
Sterling, AK

Average visibility in August - Sterling, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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