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
Salt Gap's August weather reaches an average high of 95.2°F (35.1°C) and an average low of 74.8°F (23.8°C), making it the warmest month.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 49%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Salt Gap, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.5 rainfall days, and 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 15min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Salt Gap, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Average temperature in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 95.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average humidity in August: 49%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, November and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).
Average rainfall in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Salt Gap, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in August
Salt Gap, TX
- 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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