August weather forecast
West Ridge, AR

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in West Ridge, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.4°F (20.8°C) and max 86.7°F (30.4°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C), barely different from July's 88.3°F (31.3°C). August nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in West Ridge is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in West Ridge, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall in West Ridge.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August in West Ridge, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in West Ridge is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in West Ridge, Arkansas, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in West Ridge?

The high-temperature, in August, in West Ridge, records 86.7°F (30.4°C), while the low-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Ridge in August?

In West Ridge, Arkansas, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in West Ridge?

In August, the average day length in West Ridge, Arkansas, is 13h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in West Ridge?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Ridge have in August?

In West Ridge, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

How high is the UV index in August in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
West Ridge, AR

Average temperature in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in August
West Ridge, AR

Average pressure in August - West Ridge, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
West Ridge, AR

Average wind speed in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
West Ridge, AR

Average humidity in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
West Ridge, AR

Average rainfall in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
West Ridge, AR

Average rainfall days in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Ridge, AR

Average snowfall in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Ridge, AR

Average snowfall days in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
West Ridge, AR

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Ridge, AR

Average sunshine days in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
West Ridge, AR

Average UV index in August - West Ridge, 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 December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
West Ridge, AR

Average cloud cover in August - West Ridge, AR
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
West Ridge, AR

Average visibility in August - West Ridge, 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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