August weather forecast
Tucker, GA

August carries forward the summer heat from July in Tucker, Georgia, albeit with a slight dip in temperature. The month's prime distinguishing factor is its heightened levels of rainfall at 5.63" (143mm), the most substantial amount recorded in a month throughout the year. The longer daylight hours do not significantly influence the amount of solar radiation, which remains at a constant level compared to July. Wind speeds start picking up during this month, providing some relief from the heat. Be that as it may, the high UV index stays unchanged, advocating for continuous UV radiation protection practices.

Temperature

August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 89.6°F (32°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Tucker records a steady low-temperature average of 70.5°F (21.4°C) during August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a scorching 104°F (40°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Tucker, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tucker, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Tucker, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Tucker, the average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.