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
Ralston marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.9°F (30.5°C), hardly different from July's 88°F (31.1°C). In Ralston, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. 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. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Ralston, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ralston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ralston, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 30min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
In Ralston, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Ralston, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Ralston, TN
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ralston, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Ralston, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Ralston, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
Ralston, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ralston, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ralston, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ralston, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ralston, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Ralston, TN
- 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 February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ralston, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Ralston, TN
- 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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