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 Covington, Oklahoma, transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 92.8°F (33.8°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. Covington cools down to an average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a blistering 107.6°F (42°C). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 61%, August is the least humid month in Covington.Rainfall
In Covington, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.3 rainfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Covington, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in August
Covington, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 92.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Covington, OK
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Covington, OK
- Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Covington, OK
- Average humidity in August: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).
Average rainfall in August
Covington, OK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Covington, OK
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Covington, OK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Covington, OK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Covington, OK
- 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: 11h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Covington, OK
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Covington, OK
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Covington, OK
- Average cloud cover in August: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
Covington, OK
- 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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