August weather forecast
Galt, MO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Galt, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Galt temperatures generally rest at a low of 64°F (17.8°C) during the August nights.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Galt, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Galt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Galt.

Daylight

In Galt, Missouri, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Galt, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August in Galt is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Galt, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Galt.

How many hours of daylight does Galt have in August?

In Galt, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Galt?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Galt, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is 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 Galt is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Galt, MO

Average temperature in August - Galt, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°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 (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Galt, MO

Average pressure in August - Galt, MO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Galt, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Galt, MO

Average humidity in August - Galt, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Galt, MO

Average rainfall in August - Galt, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Galt, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Galt, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Galt, MO

Average snowfall in August - Galt, MO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Galt, MO

Average snowfall days in August - Galt, MO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Galt, MO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Galt, 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: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Galt, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Galt, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Galt, MO

Average UV index in August - Galt, 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
Galt, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Galt, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Galt, MO

Average visibility in August - Galt, 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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