August weather forecastBuena Vista, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Buena Vista, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 92.7°F (33.7°C) and min 72.1°F (22.3°C).Temperature
In August, Buena Vista notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 92.7°F (33.7°C), hardly different from the preceding month. The nighttime temperature, during August, averages of 72.1°F (22.3°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 118.4°F (48°C). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
In Buena Vista, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Buena Vista, in August, during 21.3 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Buena Vista. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 92.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Buena Vista, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Buena Vista, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Buena Vista, AL
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
