August weather forecast
Moss Point, MS

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Weather in August

August in Moss Point, Mississippi sustains the summer heat, yet with a slight drop in average maximum temperatures. The city experiences warm nights that contrast with hot days. Typically, the high hovers around 90.9°F (32.7°C) while the low drops to approximately 77°F (25°C). The weather is conducive for a plethora of outdoor activities that the city has to offer. August is perceived to be one of the seemingly steamiest months of the year in Moss Point.

Temperature

Moss Point's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in August, with a high of 90.9°F (32.7°C) and a low of 77°F (25°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Moss Point, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Moss Point, Mississippi, is August, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Moss Point, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Moss Point is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Moss Point?

With average high and low temperatures of 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 77°F (25°C) respectively, August is Moss Point's warmest month.

How hot does it get in Moss Point in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Moss Point, is 90.9°F (32.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 77°F (25°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 111.2°F (44°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Moss Point?

In Moss Point, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Moss Point?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Moss Point. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Moss Point in August?

In August, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout August, 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Moss Point?

February through December are months without snowfall in Moss Point.

What is the average length of the day in August in Moss Point?

In August, the average day length in Moss Point, Mississippi, is 13h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Moss Point?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Moss Point?

The average sunshine duration in August in Moss Point is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Moss Point?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Moss Point, Mississippi.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Moss Point?

In Moss Point, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Moss Point, MS

Average temperature in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 77°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Moss Point, MS

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Moss Point, MS

Average wind speed in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Moss Point, MS

Average humidity in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Moss Point, MS

Average rainfall in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Moss Point, MS

Average rainfall days in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Moss Point, MS

Average snowfall in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Moss Point, MS

Average snowfall days in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Moss Point, MS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Moss Point, MS

Average sunshine days in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Moss Point, MS

Average UV index in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Moss Point, MS

Average cloud cover in August - Moss Point, MS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Moss Point, MS

Average visibility in August - Moss Point, 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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