August weather forecast
Poplarville, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Poplarville, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 85.5°F (29.7°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. The average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is witnessed in Poplarville during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. 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 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Poplarville, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Poplarville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Poplarville. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

Poplarville in August has an average high-temperature of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Poplarville, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Poplarville, during August, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Poplarville?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplarville have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Poplarville, KY

Average temperature in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Poplarville, KY

Average pressure in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Poplarville, KY

Average wind speed in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Poplarville, KY

Average humidity in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Poplarville, KY

Average rainfall in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Poplarville, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Poplarville, KY

Average snowfall in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Poplarville, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Poplarville, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Poplarville, KY
  • 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Poplarville, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Poplarville, KY

Average UV index in August - Poplarville, KY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Poplarville, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Poplarville, KY

Average visibility in August - Poplarville, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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