August weather forecast
Pritchard Creek, SC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pritchard Creek, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average high of 89.4°F (31.9°C).

Temperature

During August, Pritchard Creek observes a subtle ascent to a still tropical 89.4°F (31.9°C) from July's 91°F (32.8°C) in the average high-temperature. In Pritchard Creek, August nights witness a steady temperature drop to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

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 6:42 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Pritchard Creek, is 89.4°F (31.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Pritchard Creek, South Carolina, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pritchard Creek?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Pritchard Creek have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average temperature in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average pressure in August - Pritchard Creek, 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
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average wind speed in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average humidity in August - Pritchard Creek, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average rainfall in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average rainfall days in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average snowfall in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average snowfall days in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pritchard Creek, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average sunshine days in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average UV index in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average cloud cover in August - Pritchard Creek, SC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Pritchard Creek, SC

Average visibility in August - Pritchard Creek, 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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