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's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), barely different from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). Throughout the August nights, Rose Hill encounters a low-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is appraised at a blistering 104°F (40°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Rose Hill, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
In Rose Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°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: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Rose 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Rose 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Rose 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Rose Hill, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Rose Hill, 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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