August weather forecast
Salisbury, NC

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Weather in August

Despite a minimal dip in average high temperature to 87.6°F (30.9°C), the Salisbury weather in August continues to radiate with summer warmth. The remarkable constant high temperatures maintain the summer ambiance, with days filled with plenty of sunlight. As summer advances, the days start to shorten mildly, signaling the forthcoming season change. Despite the shift, August remains a summer-focused month, so don't pack away the swimsuits and sunglasses just yet.

Temperature

Salisbury, North Carolina, observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C) in August, barely different from 90.1°F (32.3°C) in July. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Salisbury, North Carolina, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Salisbury, in August, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Salisbury is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Salisbury in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Salisbury, is 87.6°F (30.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Salisbury?

In August, the average relative humidity in Salisbury, North Carolina, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Salisbury in August?

In Salisbury, North Carolina, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Salisbury?

On the first day of August in Salisbury, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salisbury have in August?

In Salisbury, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Salisbury?

The months with the highest UV index in Salisbury, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Salisbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Salisbury, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Salisbury, NC

Average temperature in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Salisbury, NC

Average pressure in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Salisbury, NC

Average wind speed in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Salisbury, NC

Average humidity in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salisbury, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Salisbury, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Salisbury, NC

Average UV index in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Salisbury, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Salisbury, NC

Average visibility in August - Salisbury, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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