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
Gorham greets August with an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. The anticipated average low-temperature for August, a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C), shows a substantial deviation from the daytime maximums.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 59%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gorham, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Gorham is 10.7h.UV index
In Gorham, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Gorham, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Gorham, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gorham, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Gorham, KS
- Average humidity in August: 59%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).
Average rainfall in August
Gorham, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Gorham, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gorham, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gorham, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gorham, KS
- 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gorham, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gorham, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gorham, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
Gorham, 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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