August weather forecast
Morningside Heights, SC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Morningside Heights, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average high of 88°F (31.1°C).

Temperature

Morningside Heights experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 88°F (31.1°C) in August, subtly different from July's 89.6°F (32°C). During August, the temperature in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, tends to dip to an average of 67.3°F (19.6°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Morningside Heights, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Morningside Heights, South Carolina.

Daylight

In Morningside Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of August in Morningside Heights, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Morningside Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, 88°F (31.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 67.3°F (19.6°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Morningside Heights?

The average relative humidity in August in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, is 72%.

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

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Morningside Heights?

The average day length in August in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Morningside Heights?

On the first day of August in Morningside Heights, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Morningside Heights?

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 Morningside Heights?

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

Average temperature in August - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in August: 88°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average pressure in August - Morningside 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
Morningside Heights, SC

Average wind speed in August - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average humidity in August - Morningside 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average rainfall in August - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in August - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Morningside Heights, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Morningside Heights, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Morningside Heights, SC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Morningside 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in August - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Morningside Heights, SC

Average UV index in August - Morningside 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
Morningside Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in August - Morningside 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
Morningside Heights, SC

Average visibility in August - Morningside Heights, 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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