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 arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.7°F (31.5°C), subtly diverging from July's 90°F (32.2°C). August witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
In Gilbert, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Gilbert, Alabama, during August, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Gilbert, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Gilbert, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Gilbert, 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 (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gilbert, 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: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gilbert, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Gilbert, 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).
Gilbert, Alabama, USA
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