August Weather in Chapel Hill

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Chapel Hill, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (63°F). Typically, the humidity level in Chapel Hill throughout August hovers around 80%.

17°C (63°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (78°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Chapel Hill averages 128 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 51% probability of sunny days during this period.

128 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 20 minutes

Sunshine hours

51%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Chapel Hill reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 3 5 7 9 10 10 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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