August weather forecast
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

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Weather in August

August moderates the July heat slightly to 6.8°C (44.2°F), signalling the onset of Greenlander autumn. While the UV index recedes back to 2, the average daylight duration also shortens, yet extending beyond a generous 17 hours. Rainfall receives a further boost, becoming the town's wettest period. Simultaneously, an odd phenomenon occurs - the snowfall resumes, albeit merely brushing the landscape. Even though the dense cloud cover of the previous months lifts partially, August tends to feature more cloud cover than the rest of the summer months.

Temperature

August in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, notes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F), subtly differing from July's 8.1°C (46.6°F). Kangaatsiaq, in the month of August, notes an average low temperature of 3.3°C (37.9°F), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Kangaatsiaq. Rain falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Kangaatsiaq. August is the first month it typically snows in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Kangaatsiaq, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.5 days and aggregates up to 501mm (19.72") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 17h and 24min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 00:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 22:10 -01.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Kangaatsiaq, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is August in Kangaatsiaq?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, are 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 3.3°C (37.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Kangaatsiaq?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Kangaatsiaq?

The month with the most rainfall in Kangaatsiaq is August, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, in August, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Kangaatsiaq?

August is the first month it typically snows in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

When are the longest days in Kangaatsiaq?

With an average of 17h and 24min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year.

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

The average day length in August in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, is 17h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Kangaatsiaq?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 00:31. On the last day of the month, in Kangaatsiaq, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 22:10 -01.

What month has the most sunshine in Kangaatsiaq?

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Kangaatsiaq.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Kangaatsiaq?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average temperature in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in August: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-19.5°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average pressure in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in August: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1001.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average wind speed in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average humidity in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in August: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall days in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in August: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall days in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in August: 17h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average sunshine days in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average UV index in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average cloud cover in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in August
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average visibility in August - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (7km).

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