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
As Dunksburg steps into August, the average high-temperature holds at a still warm 84.4°F (29.1°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. During the month of August, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 95°F (35°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. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In August, in Dunksburg, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.4 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Dunksburg, Missouri.Daylight
In Dunksburg, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°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 (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dunksburg, 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dunksburg, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Dunksburg, 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
Dunksburg, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Dunksburg, 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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