August Weather in Oak Island

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Oak Island, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Oak Island throughout August hovers around 81%.

21°C (71°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (80°F)

Average temperature

31°C (89°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Oak Island averages 202 mm (7.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 20 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 20 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 12 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

202 mm (7.9 inches)

Precipitation

20 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 12 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Oak Island reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 8 10 10 10 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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