August weather forecast
Altamahaw, NC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Altamahaw, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

Altamahaw's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C), hardly distinct from July's 89.8°F (32.1°C). Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) is expected.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Altamahaw, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Altamahaw, in August, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Altamahaw, records 87.3°F (30.7°C), while the low-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Altamahaw, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Altamahaw, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Altamahaw.

How many hours of daylight does Altamahaw have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

May 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?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average temperature in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average pressure in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average wind speed in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average humidity in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average rainfall in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average snowfall in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average UV index in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Altamahaw, NC

Average visibility in August - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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