Hickory weather in August (North Carolina, United States of America)

Interested in knowing the climate of Hickory in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of August in Hickory typically brings very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 20°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Hickory in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 273 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April, May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hickory climate page with graphs.

 

Hickory, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 120 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 273 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 65% *  

Data from: Charlotte, the United States of America (72 KM, 44 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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