August weather forecast
Boaz, AL

August, the last month of the summer in Boaz, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and an average low of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in July - a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C). The average low-temperature, in August, is 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors like metabolic differences, differences in body mass, height, and shape, clothing, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 99.5°F (37.5°C) to 100.9°F (38.3°C), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Boaz, during August, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Boaz, there are 179.7 rainfall days, and 41.89" (1064mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Boaz is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Boaz, Alabama, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. 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.