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
Canton experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 84.6°F (29.2°C) in July. In August, Canton encounters an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) during the night.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Canton is 77%.Rainfall
In Canton, during August, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Canton, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Canton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Canton is 10.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Canton, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Canton, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Canton, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Canton, MO
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Canton, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Canton, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Canton, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Canton, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Canton, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Canton, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Canton, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Canton, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Canton, MO
- 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).
Canton, Missouri, USA
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