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
In August, Palmyra notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), hardly different from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Palmyra during August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Palmyra, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Palmyra, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Palmyra, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Palmyra, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Palmyra, 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
Palmyra, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Palmyra, TN
- 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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