August weather forecast
Cooks Crossroads, AL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Cooks Crossroads, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 91°F (32.8°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 91°F (32.8°C), slightly varied from July's 91.8°F (33.2°C). During August, the nighttime temperature averages to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.7 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Cooks Crossroads, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cooks Crossroads, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

During August, Cooks Crossroads experiences an average high-temperature of 91°F (32.8°C) and a low-temperature of 72.3°F (22.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 113°F (45°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Cooks Crossroads. Rain falls for 23.7 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cooks Crossroads in August?

In August, in Cooks Crossroads, the rain falls for 23.7 days. Throughout August, 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Cooks Crossroads, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Cooks Crossroads have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Cooks Crossroads, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average temperature in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 91°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average pressure in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average wind speed in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average humidity in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average UV index in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Cooks Crossroads, AL

Average visibility in August - Cooks Crossroads, AL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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