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
As Raccoon Island welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a warm 85.3°F (29.6°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In Raccoon Island, the nighttime chill during August is a clear shift from the day's highs, with an average of 62.6°F (17°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Raccoon Island, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Raccoon Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Raccoon Island, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Raccoon Island are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average high temperature in August: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average rainfall in August: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- 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
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Raccoon Island, OH
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).
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