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

What is the weather forecast for Selma in August? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of August in Selma typically brings very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is part of the summer season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 20°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Selma in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 239 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Selma, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 239 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (41 KM, 26 Miles).

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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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

Interested in more climate information?

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