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
Gloucester, North Carolina, ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Gloucester's August nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Gloucester are May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Gloucester.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Gloucester is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 77.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 10.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 4.84"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gloucester, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Gloucester, 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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