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
Upon the beginning of August, Lake Wylie's high-temperatures register at a still hot 88.9°F (31.6°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. The nighttime temperature dips to an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) on average during August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be an extremely hot 104°F (40°C). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Lake Wylie, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Lake Wylie, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Lake Wylie, 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
Lake Wylie, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Lake Wylie, 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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