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
July's transformation into August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.7°F (31.5°C), noting a minor change from the preceding month. In August, Sedan's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 68.4°F (20.2°C) during the night.Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 70%.Rainfall
In Sedan, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
In Sedan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Average temperature in August
Sedan, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Sedan, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Sedan, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Sedan, KS
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Sedan, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Sedan, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sedan, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sedan, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sedan, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sedan, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15 days).
Average UV index in August
Sedan, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Sedan, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Sedan, 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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