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
At the start of August, Atchison's average high-temperature reaches a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C), subtly different from the preceding month. Throughout the nights in August, Atchison experiences an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In Atchison, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Atchison, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atchison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Atchison, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Average temperature in August
Atchison, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Atchison, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Atchison, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Atchison, KS
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Atchison, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Atchison, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Atchison, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Atchison, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Atchison, KS
- 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: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Atchison, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Atchison, KS
- 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
Atchison, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Atchison, KS
- 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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