August weather forecastCarrollton, AL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Carrollton, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 91.4°F (33°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still tropical 91.4°F (33°C) from July's 91.8°F (33.2°C). Carrollton records a mean low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) in August.Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Carrollton, during August, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.1 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 21min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).
Average pressure in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Carrollton, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carrollton, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Carrollton, 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
Carrollton, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Carrollton, 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).
