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
The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Gap of the Mountain observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) during the month of August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at an extremely hot 109.4°F (43°C). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Gap of the Mountain, Alabama, is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout August, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gap of the Mountain, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Gap of the Mountain, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).
Average pressure in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Gap of the Mountain, 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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