August weather forecast
Paynesville, MO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Paynesville, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) is noted during the nights in August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Paynesville, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paynesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Paynesville is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Paynesville, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, in Paynesville, the average high-temperature is 84.6°F (29.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Paynesville, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Paynesville, during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Paynesville, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Paynesville have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Paynesville is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Paynesville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Paynesville, MO

Average temperature in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Paynesville, MO

Average pressure in August - Paynesville, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Paynesville, MO

Average wind speed in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Paynesville, MO

Average humidity in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Paynesville, MO

Average rainfall in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in August
Paynesville, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Paynesville, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Paynesville, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Paynesville, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Paynesville, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Paynesville, MO

Average UV index in August - Paynesville, 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
Paynesville, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Paynesville, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Paynesville, MO

Average visibility in August - Paynesville, 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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