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
As July transitions into August, the average high-temperature rests at a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout August, the average low-temperature in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, dips to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Fuquay Varina, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fuquay Varina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fuquay Varina, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August in Fuquay Varina, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Fuquay Varina, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
In Fuquay Varina, 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 the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Fuquay Varina, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Fuquay Varina, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Fuquay Varina, 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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