August weather forecast
Orchard Knob, TN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Orchard Knob, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.4°F (30.8°C) and min 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), slightly varied from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). The August nights bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Orchard Knob, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orchard Knob, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Orchard Knob, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orchard Knob, the average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

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: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Orchard Knob, is 87.4°F (30.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Orchard Knob, in August, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Orchard Knob?

In Orchard Knob, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Orchard Knob, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Orchard Knob, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Orchard Knob?

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 Orchard Knob?

In Orchard Knob, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average temperature in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average pressure in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average wind speed in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average humidity in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average rainfall in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average rainfall days in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average snowfall in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average snowfall days in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Orchard Knob, TN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • 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: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average sunshine days in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average UV index in August - Orchard Knob, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average cloud cover in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Orchard Knob, TN

Average visibility in August - Orchard Knob, TN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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