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 sea temperature 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 average high-temperature for August is a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Columbia experiences a mean temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
May, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 82°F (27.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 77°F (25°C) to 84.2°F (29°C) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.
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Average temperature in August
Columbia, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Columbia, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Columbia, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Columbia, NC
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Columbia, NC
- Average sea temperature in August: 81.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.2°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Columbia, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Columbia, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Columbia, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Columbia, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Columbia, 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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