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
Watauga marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C), subtly divergent from July's 82.4°F (28°C). Watauga's average low-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) in August reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. 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. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Watauga, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Average temperature in August
Watauga, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 57.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Watauga, 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
Watauga, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in August
Watauga, TN
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Watauga, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
Watauga, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Watauga, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Watauga, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Watauga, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Watauga, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Watauga, TN
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Watauga, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Watauga, TN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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