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 arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C), subtly diverging from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) during August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 104°F (40°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Potters Hill, snow does not fall in April through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun 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
Potters Hill, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Potters Hill, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
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 54min).
- 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Potters Hill, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Potters Hill, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Potters Hill, 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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