August weather forecast
Barton, AL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Barton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), hardly deviating from July. Barton temperatures generally rest at a low of 68.9°F (20.5°C) during the August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a blistering 104°F (40°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle 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 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Barton, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, in Barton, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout August, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Barton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Barton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Barton is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of August, in Barton, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Barton is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Barton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Barton in August?

During August, Barton experiences an average high-temperature of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and a low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Barton?

The average relative humidity in August in Barton is 75%.

How much does it rain in Barton in August?

In Barton, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Barton?

In Barton, Alabama, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Barton have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Barton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Barton, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Barton?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Barton?

The months with the highest UV index in Barton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Barton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Barton, AL

Average temperature in August - Barton, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Barton, AL

Average pressure in August - Barton, AL
  • 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Barton, AL

Average wind speed in August - Barton, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Barton, AL

Average humidity in August - Barton, AL
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Barton, AL

Average rainfall in August - Barton, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
Barton, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Barton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Barton, AL

Average snowfall in August - Barton, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Barton, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Barton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Barton, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Barton, AL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Barton, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Barton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Barton, AL

Average UV index in August - Barton, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Barton, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Barton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Barton, AL

Average visibility in August - Barton, AL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).

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