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
Vandiver's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C), nearly consistent with the 90.5°F (32.5°C) of July. Throughout the month of August, Vandiver observes an average nighttime temperature of 69.8°F (21°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for 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.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Vandiver, Alabama, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Vandiver, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Vandiver, 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
Vandiver, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Vandiver, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Vandiver, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Vandiver, 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
Vandiver, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Vandiver, 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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