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 reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. During August, the average low-temperature is a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are July, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In August, in Westgate, Georgia, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout August, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westgate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 41.93" (1065mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Westgate, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Westgate, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Westgate is 9.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Average temperature in August
Westgate, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Westgate, GA
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Westgate, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Westgate, GA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Westgate, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.36").
Average rainfall days in August
Westgate, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Westgate, GA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Westgate, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Westgate, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Westgate, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Westgate, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Westgate, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Westgate, GA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (5mi).
Westgate, Georgia, USA
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