August weather forecast
Smiths Crossroads, AL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Smiths Crossroads, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 89.1°F (31.7°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C), barely different from July's 90.1°F (32.3°C). An average temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) is recorded during the nights in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. 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 especially vital to children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Smiths Crossroads, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Smiths Crossroads, in August, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smiths Crossroads, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August in Smiths Crossroads, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Smiths Crossroads, 89.1°F (31.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.5°F (20.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Smiths Crossroads is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Smiths Crossroads?

In Smiths Crossroads, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Smiths Crossroads, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Smiths Crossroads, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average temperature in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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: 68.5°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 (34.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average pressure in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average wind speed in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average humidity in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average UV index in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Smiths Crossroads, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

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
Smiths Crossroads, AL

Average visibility in August - Smiths Crossroads, 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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