August weather forecast
Chauga Heights, SC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Chauga Heights, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C), nearly identical to July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). Chauga Heights sees an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

In Chauga Heights, South Carolina, in August, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chauga Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Chauga Heights, is 87.6°F (30.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Chauga Heights?

In Chauga Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

How many days does it rain in August in Chauga Heights?

In Chauga Heights, during August, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Chauga Heights, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Chauga Heights have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chauga Heights have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Chauga Heights, South Carolina, is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average temperature in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • 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 (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average pressure in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average wind speed in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average humidity in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average rainfall in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average snowfall in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Chauga Heights, SC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average UV index in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Chauga Heights, SC

Average visibility in August - Chauga Heights, SC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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