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

What weather conditions can you expect in Shelby this August? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During August, Shelby usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Shelby in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 13 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

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

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

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

 

Shelby, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 273 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 65% *  

Data from: Charlotte, the United States of America (63 KM, 39 Miles).

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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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