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
August's average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C), showing little deviation from July's 90.1°F (32.3°C). August nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 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.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
In Rainbow City, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Rainbow City, in August, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Rainbow City, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Rainbow City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Average temperature in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°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
Rainbow City, AL
- Average pressure in August: 30"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
Rainbow City, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Rainbow City, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Rainbow City, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Rainbow City, 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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