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
With the start of August, Dover Station measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), not significantly differing from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 65.7°F (18.7°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In Dover Station, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Dover Station, Missouri, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.1 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dover Station, Missouri, snow does not fall in April, June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Dover Station, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dover Station, MO
- 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- 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: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dover Station, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Dover Station, 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
Dover Station, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Dover Station, 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).
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