August weather forecastCardiff, AL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Cardiff, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 71.1°F (21.7°C) and an average high of 90.1°F (32.3°C).Temperature
The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Throughout August, Cardiff's nights cool down to an average of 71.1°F (21.7°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In Cardiff, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout August, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cardiff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.7 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Cardiff, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Cardiff, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
August is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Cardiff, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
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
Cardiff, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Cardiff, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Cardiff, 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
Cardiff, 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).
