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
In Petal, the peak average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 91.8°F (33.2°C) and a low of 73°F (22.8°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Petal, Mississippi, in August, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Petal, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Petal. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Petal, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 91.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Petal, MS
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Petal, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Petal, MS
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Petal, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 3.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in August
Petal, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Petal, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Petal, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Petal, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Petal, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Petal, MS
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Petal, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Petal, MS
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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