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
August
Weather in August
Temperature
The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), almost identical to the preceding month. Boaz's average low-temperature for the month of August records at a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Boaz, during August, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. In Boaz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 41.89" (1064mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Boaz, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Average temperature in August
Boaz, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Boaz, AL
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Boaz, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Boaz, AL
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Boaz, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.48").
Average rainfall days in August
Boaz, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Boaz, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Boaz, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Boaz, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Boaz, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Boaz, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Boaz, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Boaz, 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).