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
The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a warm 84.7°F (29.3°C), hardly diverging from July's 87.3°F (30.7°C). Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) is experienced.Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Shawnee, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Shawnee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.2 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Shawnee, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shawnee, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shawnee, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Shawnee, 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
Shawnee, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Shawnee, 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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