August weather forecastAbbeville, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Abbeville, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.1°F (32.3°C) and min 73°F (22.8°C).Temperature
August's presence records an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), closely mirroring July's climate. An average low-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) marks the month of August.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a blistering 109.4°F (43°C). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Abbeville, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Abbeville, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Abbeville, AL
- 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).
