Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
With the onset of August, Empire's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. During August, Empire observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
In Empire, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The wettest months in Empire, Alabama, are July and August, with an average 1.46" (37mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Empire, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Empire are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Empire, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Empire, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Empire, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Empire, AL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Empire, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.46"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Empire, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Empire, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Empire, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Empire, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Empire, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Empire, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Empire, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Empire, AL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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