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
Ellijay's average high-temperature in August sits at a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), showing little difference from the previous month. Throughout August, Ellijay records an average temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Ellijay, in August, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellijay, Georgia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.7 days and collects up to 47.32" (1202mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Ellijay, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August in Ellijay, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Ellijay during August?
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How much does it rain in Ellijay in August?
When it does not snow in Ellijay?
How many hours of daylight does Ellijay have in August?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Ellijay?
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Average temperature in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Ellijay, GA
- 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: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Ellijay, GA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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