August weather forecast
Cottondale, AL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cottondale, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 91.4°F (33°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

On the advent of August, Cottondale's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still hot 91.4°F (33°C) from July's 91.6°F (33.1°C). The month of August records an average low-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cottondale, in August, during 19.9 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cottondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.8 days and collects up to 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cottondale, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Cottondale, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Cottondale is 10.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Cottondale in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Cottondale, is 91.4°F (33°C), while the low-temperature averages to 71.4°F (21.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 113°F (45°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cottondale?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August in Cottondale?

In August, in Cottondale, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout August, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cottondale?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Cottondale?

The average day length in August in Cottondale, Alabama, is 13h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Cottondale?

On the first day of August in Cottondale, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Cottondale?

In Cottondale, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in August in Cottondale?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cottondale, Alabama, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cottondale, AL

Average temperature in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Cottondale, AL

Average pressure in August - Cottondale, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Cottondale, AL

Average wind speed in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Cottondale, AL

Average humidity in August - Cottondale, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cottondale, AL

Average rainfall in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cottondale, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cottondale, AL

Average snowfall in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cottondale, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cottondale, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cottondale, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cottondale, AL

Average UV index in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cottondale, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Cottondale, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Cottondale, AL

Average visibility in August - Cottondale, 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).

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