August Weather in Sylva

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Sylva, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (55°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sylva throughout August hovers around 76%.

12°C (55°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (69°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

76%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Sylva averages 128 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 24 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 35% probability of sunny days during this period.

128 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 59 minutes

Sunshine hours

35%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Sylva reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 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 4 7 9 11 11 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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