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
August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.6°F (30.9°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 68°F (20°C) is expected during August.Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Oxford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Average temperature in August
Oxford, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Oxford, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30"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
Oxford, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Oxford, NC
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Oxford, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.95"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oxford, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Oxford, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Oxford, 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
Oxford, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Oxford, 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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