August weather forecast
Ethel, MS

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Ethel, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C) and an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.7°F (32.6°C), bearing a close resemblance to July. Ethel encounters an average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. 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. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ethel, during August, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Ethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

Ethel in August has an average high-temperature of 90.7°F (32.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 111.2°F (44°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Ethel, in August, during 18.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Ethel.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Ethel is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in August
Ethel, MS

Average pressure in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Ethel, MS

Average wind speed in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Ethel, MS

Average humidity in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Ethel, MS

Average rainfall in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Ethel, MS

Average rainfall days in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ethel, MS

Average snowfall in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ethel, MS

Average snowfall days in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.2 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
Ethel, MS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ethel, MS

Average sunshine days in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Ethel, MS

Average UV index in August - Ethel, MS
  • 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 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Ethel, MS

Average cloud cover in August - Ethel, MS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Ethel, MS

Average visibility in August - Ethel, MS
  • 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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