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Point Barrow weather in August (Alaska, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Point Barrow during August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Point Barrow generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 2°C.

Precipitation

Point Barrow in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 7 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Point Barrow. June generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Point Barrow, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 39 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 91%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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