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
Russell Fork transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Despite drastic daytime highs, Russell Fork logs an average low-temperature reading of 61.9°F (16.6°C) throughout August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Russell Fork, in August, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October 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 6:43 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 3.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Russell Fork, 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: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Russell Fork, 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
Russell Fork, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Russell Fork, TN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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