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
The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. During August, Hematite records an average temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout August, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hematite, there are 155 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Hematite is 13h and 36min.On the first day of August in Hematite, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Hematite, Missouri, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Hematite are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Hematite, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Hematite, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Hematite, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Hematite, MO
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Hematite, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Hematite, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hematite, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hematite, 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 April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hematite, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hematite, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Hematite, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hematite, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Hematite, 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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