August weather forecast
Forest City, MO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Forest City, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84°F (28.9°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Forest City's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a warm 84°F (28.9°C), a slight deviation from 86°F (30°C). Throughout August, Forest City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Forest City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Forest City is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Forest City in August?

Forest City in August has an average high-temperature of 84°F (28.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Forest City, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Forest City have in August?

In Forest City, the average day length in August is 13h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest City have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Forest City is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Forest City, MO

Average temperature in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Forest City, MO

Average pressure in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Forest City, MO

Average wind speed in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Forest City, MO

Average humidity in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Forest City, MO

Average rainfall in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in August
Forest City, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Forest City, MO

Average snowfall in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Forest City, MO

Average snowfall days in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Forest City, MO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Forest City, 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 0min

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
Forest City, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Forest City, MO

Average UV index in August - Forest City, 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
Forest City, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Forest City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

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
Forest City, MO

Average visibility in August - Forest City, 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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