August weather forecast
Clarks Point, SC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Clarks Point, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.4°F (30.8°C) and min 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

At the start of August, Clarks Point's average high-temperature reaches a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), subtly different from the preceding month. Clarks Point, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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 natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Clarks Point, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.8 days and accumulates 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Clarks Point, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Clarks Point, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Clarks Point, is 87.4°F (30.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 76.8°F (24.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Clarks Point, in August, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 7.13" (181mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Clarks Point have in August?

In Clarks Point, the average day length in August is 13h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clarks Point have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average temperature in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 76.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average pressure in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average wind speed in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average humidity in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average rainfall in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average rainfall in August: 7.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (7.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average rainfall days in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average snowfall in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average snowfall days in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clarks Point, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average sunshine days in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average UV index in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average cloud cover in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Clarks Point, SC

Average visibility in August - Clarks Point, SC
  • 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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