August weather forecast
Briarwood, IN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Briarwood, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 81.7°F (27.6°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

Briarwood measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Briarwood, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. 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 essentially critical for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In Briarwood, Indiana, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Briarwood, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In Briarwood, 81.7°F (27.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.7°F (17.6°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Briarwood, in August, during 16 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Briarwood, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Briarwood have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Briarwood, Indiana, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Briarwood, IN

Average temperature in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Briarwood, IN

Average pressure in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Briarwood, IN

Average wind speed in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Briarwood, IN

Average humidity in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Briarwood, IN

Average rainfall in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Briarwood, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Briarwood, IN

Average snowfall in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Briarwood, IN

Average snowfall days in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Briarwood, IN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Briarwood, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Briarwood, IN

Average UV index in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Briarwood, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Briarwood, IN

Average visibility in August - Briarwood, IN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and December (5mi).

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