August weather forecast
Fort Branch, IN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fort Branch, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.8°F (18.8°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), slightly varied from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). In the month of August, Fort Branch's average low-temperature falls to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. 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 vital to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In Fort Branch, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 19.33" (491mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fort Branch, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Fort Branch during August?

During August, Fort Branch experiences an average high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C). 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 evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Fort Branch, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Branch?

In Fort Branch, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Fort Branch are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fort Branch?

In Fort Branch, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average temperature in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average pressure in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average wind speed in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average humidity in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average rainfall in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average snowfall in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Fort Branch, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average UV index in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Fort Branch, IN

Average visibility in August - Fort Branch, IN
  • 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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