August weather forecastBlack, AL

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Black, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.1°F (32.3°C) and min 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for Black is a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. During August, Black witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Black in August has an average high-temperature of 90.1°F (32.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 111.2°F (44°C).

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

In Black, Alabama, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

August is the month with the most rainfall in Black. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

In Black, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August is 13h and 14min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Black is 10.4h.

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Black, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

90.7°F

90.1°F

86.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.6mph

5.4mph

5.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.2

13.8

16.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Black, AL

Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

Average low temperature in August: 74.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Black, 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, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Black, AL

Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Black, AL

Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Black, AL

Average rainfall in August: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Black, AL

Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

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

Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min

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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Black, AL

Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Black, 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
Black, 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 26).

Average visibility in August
Black, 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).