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
Elk's average high-temperature in August is a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. Elk, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Elk is 81%.Rainfall
In Elk, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Elk, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Elk is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August in Elk, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elk, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.UV index
In Elk, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Average temperature in August
Elk, IN
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Elk, 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
Elk, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Elk, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Elk, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Elk, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elk, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elk, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Elk, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elk, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Elk, IN
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Elk, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Elk, IN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and December (5mi).
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