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 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
Swainsboro commences August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. August sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 72.7°F (22.6°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In Swainsboro, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Swainsboro is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Average temperature in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Swainsboro, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Swainsboro, GA
- 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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