August weather forecast
Whetstone, AZ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Whetstone, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 90°F (32.2°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 90°F (32.2°C), nearly identical to July's 90.9°F (32.7°C). Whetstone, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 43%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Whetstone, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Whetstone, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Whetstone. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Whetstone, is 90°F (32.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 70.5°F (21.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 43%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Whetstone, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Whetstone have in August?

In August, the average day length in Whetstone is 13h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Whetstone?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:45 pm MST.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 12.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average temperature in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average high temperature in August: 90°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (38.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average pressure in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average wind speed in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average humidity in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average humidity in August: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (21%).

Average rainfall in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average rainfall in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average rainfall days in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average snowfall in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average snowfall days in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • 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: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average sunshine days in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average UV index in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Whetstone, AZ

Average cloud cover in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Whetstone, AZ

Average visibility in August - Whetstone, AZ
  • 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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