August weather forecast
Forrest City, AR

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Weather in August

August in Forrest City, Arkansas, maintains the summer momentum from July, with a slight decrease in temperature. Despite this, temperatures still remain relatively high, keeping the demand for cooling solutions likewise elevated. The end of the month may bring early signs of the approaching autumn season. Although the temperature remains quite high, peaking at an average of 87.4°F (30.8°C), rain showers can offer occasional respite. In August, daylight hours begin to shorten, hinting at the forthcoming season change.

Temperature

With the transition into August, Forrest City notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), closely resembling July. August sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Forrest City is 77%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Forrest City, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

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 6:35 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Forrest City, Arkansas, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

In Forrest City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Forrest City during August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Forrest City, is 87.4°F (30.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Forrest City?

In August, the average relative humidity in Forrest City is 77%.

How much does it rain in Forrest City in August?

In Forrest City, Arkansas, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Forrest City?

April through September are months without snowfall in Forrest City.

What is the average length of the day in August in Forrest City?

In Forrest City, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Forrest City?

On the first day of August in Forrest City, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Forrest City?

In Forrest City, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Forrest City?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Forrest City is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Forrest City, AR

Average temperature in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average pressure in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average wind speed in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average humidity in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average rainfall in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average rainfall days in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average snowfall in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average snowfall days in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Forrest City, 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 48min).

  • 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
Forrest City, AR

Average sunshine days in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average UV index in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average cloud cover in August - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average visibility in August - Forrest City, 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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