August weather forecast
Elcana, AR

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Elcana, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 87.4°F (30.8°C).

Temperature

August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), showing little deviation from July. Throughout the month of August, Elcana expects an average low of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a very hot 102.2°F (39°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. 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 the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Elcana, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Elcana, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In August, in Elcana, the average high-temperature is 87.4°F (30.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). 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 appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Elcana, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Elcana, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in August in Elcana?

In Elcana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Elcana, AR

Average temperature in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Elcana, AR

Average pressure in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elcana, AR

Average wind speed in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Elcana, AR

Average humidity in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Elcana, AR

Average rainfall in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Elcana, AR

Average rainfall days in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elcana, AR

Average snowfall in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elcana, AR

Average snowfall days in August - Elcana, AR
  • 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 April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elcana, AR

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elcana, AR

Average sunshine days in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Elcana, AR

Average UV index in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Elcana, AR

Average cloud cover in August - Elcana, AR
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Elcana, AR

Average visibility in August - Elcana, AR
  • 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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