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 advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During August, West Point's temperature averages to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Average temperature in August
West Point, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°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 (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in August
West Point, 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
West Point, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
West Point, AR
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
West Point, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").
Average rainfall days in August
West Point, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Point, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Point, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
West Point, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Point, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
West Point, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
West Point, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
West Point, 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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