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
The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.7°F (31.5°C), hardly diverging from July's 90.1°F (32.3°C). Gillett records a mean low-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) in August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Gillett, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Gillett is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Gillett, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In Gillett, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Average temperature in August
Gillett, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°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 (49.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in August
Gillett, 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
Gillett, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Gillett, AR
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Gillett, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Gillett, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gillett, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gillett, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Gillett, AR
- 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gillett, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gillett, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gillett, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Gillett, 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).
Gillett, Arkansas, USA
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