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
At the onset of August, Topeka records an average high-temperature of a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) is observed during August nights.Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Topeka, in August, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Topeka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Topeka, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 85.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Topeka, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Topeka, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Topeka, KS
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Topeka, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Topeka, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Topeka, 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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