August weather forecast
Bailey, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Bailey, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.4°F (20.8°C) and max 86.5°F (30.3°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C), showing a minute difference from July's 88.2°F (31.2°C). Bailey, during August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bailey, North Carolina, is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Bailey is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Bailey, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Bailey during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Bailey, is 86.5°F (30.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Bailey?

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Bailey.

What is the average humidity in August in Bailey?

In August, the average relative humidity in Bailey, North Carolina, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Bailey?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Bailey, North Carolina. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Bailey?

In Bailey, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bailey?

April through October are months without snowfall in Bailey.

How many hours of daylight does Bailey have in August?

The average day length in August in Bailey is 13h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Bailey?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bailey have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Bailey, North Carolina, is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Bailey?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Bailey is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bailey, NC

Average temperature in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Bailey, NC

Average pressure in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Bailey, NC

Average wind speed in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Bailey, NC

Average humidity in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Bailey, NC

Average rainfall in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Bailey, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bailey, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Bailey, NC

Average UV index in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Bailey, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Bailey, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Bailey, NC

Average visibility in August - Bailey, NC
  • 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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