August weather forecast
Waxhaw, MS

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Waxhaw, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average high of 89.6°F (32°C).

Temperature

Waxhaw's August reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 89.6°F (32°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. August brings an average low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) to Waxhaw.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Waxhaw, in August, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Waxhaw, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

In Waxhaw, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Waxhaw, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, in Waxhaw, the average high-temperature is 89.6°F (32°C), and the average low-temperature is 71.8°F (22.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 107.6°F (42°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Waxhaw, in August, during 10.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Waxhaw, snow does not fall in April through December.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Waxhaw?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Waxhaw?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average temperature in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average pressure in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average wind speed in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average humidity in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average rainfall in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average rainfall days in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Waxhaw, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Waxhaw, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Waxhaw, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average sunshine days in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average UV index in August - Waxhaw, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average cloud cover in August - Waxhaw, MS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August
Waxhaw, MS

Average visibility in August - Waxhaw, 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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