August weather forecast
Yukon, OK

Transitioning from July to August, Yukon experiences a slight dip in temperatures while maintaining high heat levels. August still grapples with the summer's heat strokes, reaching a high of approximately 92.8°F (33.8°C). These sweltering days are often eased off by late-afternoon rain showers, offering respite from the sun. However, despite the occasional showers, the month overall sees few cloudy days. As summer starts winding down, the city prepares for the eventual transition into the cooler temperatures of fall.

Temperature

August experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 92.8°F (33.8°C), barely different from July's 93.7°F (34.3°C). Yukon observes an average low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) during August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Yukon, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

In Yukon, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.9 rainfall days, and 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Yukon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.