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
As August unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. The average low-temperature during August nights is an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at 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.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout August, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Upton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of August, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in August
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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
Upton, 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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