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
August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), showing little deviation from July. During the nights in August, Oakland City observes an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Average temperature in August
Oakland City, 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 (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.7°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 (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Oakland City, 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
Oakland City, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").
Average rainfall days in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Oakland City, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Oakland City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Oakland City, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Oakland City, 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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