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
Old Salem's average high-temperature marks a still hot 91.9°F (33.3°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) marks the month of August.Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 116.6°F (47°C). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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 primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Old Salem is 13h and 16min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 91.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 4.49"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 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
Old Salem, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Old Salem, AL
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).
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