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
Riley's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) from July's 89.6°F (32°C) in temperature. In August, Riley encounters an average low-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) during the night.Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 69%.Rainfall
In Riley, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Riley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.8 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August in Riley, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Riley is 10.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Riley is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Riley, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in August
Riley, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Riley, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Riley, KS
- Average humidity in August: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Riley, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Riley, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Riley, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Riley, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riley, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Riley, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Riley, KS
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Riley, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Riley, 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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