August weather forecast
El Dorado, KS

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Weather in August

August in El Dorado, Kansas, continues the fiercely hot trend of summer, only slightly cooler than July at 87.6°F (30.9°C). A noteworthy feature of this month is the increase in rainfall to 3.5" (89mm), the second-highest throughout the year. The once lengthy daylight hours begin to recede and a minor drop in wind speed is also evident. Yet the high temperatures and ample sunlight persist, making it a prime time for summer activities.

Temperature

August's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.6°F (30.9°C), barely different from July's 89.8°F (32.1°C). Throughout August, El Dorado experiences a low-temperature average of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. 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. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In El Dorado, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

Rainfall

In El Dorado, in August, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El Dorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In El Dorado, Kansas, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The high-temperature, in August, in El Dorado, records 87.6°F (30.9°C), while the low-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in August?

In El Dorado, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In El Dorado, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in El Dorado?

The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does El Dorado have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in El Dorado?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
El Dorado, KS

Average temperature in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in August
El Dorado, KS

Average pressure in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
El Dorado, KS

Average wind speed in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in August
El Dorado, KS

Average humidity in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in August
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall days in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall days in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
El Dorado, KS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
El Dorado, KS

Average sunshine days in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
El Dorado, KS

Average UV index in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
El Dorado, KS

Average cloud cover in August - El Dorado, KS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
El Dorado, KS

Average visibility in August - El Dorado, 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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