United StatesThe weather in August in Alaska
It's cool to moderate in August in Alaska with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Alaska. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Alaska, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2016, Alaska reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 78 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Alaska
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Alaska. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Alaska | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,2 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Alaska with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Alaska is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Alaska, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Alaska
Temperature in August in Alaska over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Alaska, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Alaska
Total precipitation in August in Alaska over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Alaska
Snowfall in August in Alaska per year
Daily UV index in August in Alaska
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Alaska, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Alaska by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alaska. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.