August Weather in Prudhoe Bay

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Prudhoe Bay, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 5°C (42°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (61°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (33°F). Typically, the humidity level in Prudhoe Bay throughout August hovers around 90%.

1°C (33°F)

Minimum temperature

5°C (42°F)

Average temperature

16°C (61°F)

Maximum temperature

90%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Prudhoe Bay averages 71 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 18 hours 4 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 3 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 7% probability of sunny days during this period.

71 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

3 hours 47 minutes

Sunshine hours

7%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Prudhoe Bay reaches a maximum of 4, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 2 2
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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