Weather in August
Temperature
The transition into August in Qaanaaq notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.2°C (43.2°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 7.4°C (45.3°F) in July. August's average low-temperature in Qaanaaq is a cold 1.6°C (34.9°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Qaanaaq is August, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 2°C (35.6°F).Note: In relation to swimming, the extreme cold, danger, and potential fatality of this situation are apparent. Without suitable insulated waterproof clothing, the onset of hypothermia is quick.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Qaanaaq is 6h and 32min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 21:00 and sunset at 21:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:31 and sunset at 22:42 ADT.
Sunshine
In Qaanaaq, the average sunshine in August is 5.6h.UV index
In Qaanaaq, Greenland, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Average temperature in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average high temperature in August: 6.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-20.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 1.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (2.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-28.4°C).
Average humidity in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62%).
Average rainfall in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average rainfall in August: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (4mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in August: 4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July, August and September (4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (1 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average sea temperature in August: 2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-2°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average daylight in August: 6h and 3min
The month with the longest days is September (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July, November and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).
Average UV index in August
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- 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 0).
Qaanaaq, Greenland
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