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 weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still hot 89.6°F (32°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Jacksons' Gap's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 70.7°F (21.5°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
In Jacksons' Gap, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Jacksons' Gap, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°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 (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Jacksons' Gap, 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
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.14").
Average rainfall days in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Jacksons' Gap, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Jacksons' Gap, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Jacksons' Gap, AL
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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