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 unfolding of August shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), indicating a slight variance from July's 88.7°F (31.5°C). August nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is computed to be a blistering 104°F (40°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In Muscle Shoals, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Muscle Shoals, Alabama, in August, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Muscle Shoals, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.1 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Muscle Shoals, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
In Muscle Shoals, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Average temperature in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°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 (33.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Muscle Shoals, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Muscle Shoals, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Muscle Shoals, 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).
Muscle Shoals, Alabama, USA
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