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
The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. August brings Germanton a consistent average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Germanton is 71%.Rainfall
In Germanton, in August, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Germanton, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Germanton, North Carolina, is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Germanton, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Germanton. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Germanton, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.3°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 (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Germanton, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Germanton, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Germanton, NC
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Germanton, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Germanton, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Germanton, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Germanton, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Germanton, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Germanton, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Germanton, 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
Germanton, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Germanton, 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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