United StatesAverage weather for Chapel Hill in August
It's hot in August in Chapel Hill with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Chapel Hill with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 22°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Chapel Hill is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 196 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Chapel Hill in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
196 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Chapel Hill?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Chapel Hill. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2023, Chapel Hill reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Chapel Hill
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Chapel Hill, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Chapel Hill
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Chapel Hill, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Chapel Hill.
Daily UV index in August in Chapel Hill
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Chapel Hill, 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.
Temperature in August in Chapel Hill over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Chapel Hill, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Chapel Hill over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Chapel Hill, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Chapel Hill
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Average weather in Chapel Hill by month
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