August weather forecast
Colonial Heights, TN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Colonial Heights, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.4°F (15.8°C) and max 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

Colonial Heights's transition from July to August introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), marking an insignificant variation from the 84.7°F (29.3°C). The significant decline in Colonial Heights's temperature, from day to night, averages of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful 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.

Humidity

July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, in August, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colonial Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

During August, Colonial Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 84.6°F (29.2°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Colonial Heights?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Colonial Heights, during August, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

When is 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 intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average temperature in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average pressure in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average wind speed in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average humidity in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average rainfall in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average rainfall days in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average snowfall in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average snowfall days in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average sunshine days in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average UV index in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average cloud cover in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Colonial Heights, TN

Average visibility in August - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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