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 tropical 86.9°F (30.5°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. During August nights, Poor Town witnesses a consistent average temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Poor Town, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Poor Town, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Average temperature in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Poor Town, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Poor Town, NC
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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