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
August in Paragould is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.9°F (30.5°C), almost identical to the preceding month. Nighttime temperature in Paragould, Arkansas, dips to a mean of 69.4°F (20.8°C) during August.Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Paragould is 76%.Rainfall
In Paragould, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Paragould, Arkansas, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of August in Paragould, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Average temperature in August
Paragould, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Paragould, AR
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Paragould, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Paragould, AR
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Paragould, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Paragould, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Paragould, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Paragould, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Paragould, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Paragould, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Paragould, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Paragould, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Paragould, 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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