August weather forecastChickasaw, AL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Chickasaw, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C).Temperature
The peak of Chickasaw's temperatures is noted during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 90.9°F (32.7°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 23.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Chickasaw, 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
Chickasaw, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 5.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Chickasaw, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Chickasaw, 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).
