August weather forecastFairhope, AL
August
Weather in August
August continues the summer streak with marginally higher temperatures than July, reaching up to a high of 88.7°F (31.5°C). The city retains its high level of humidity, while rainfall levels mildly decline to 6.57" (167mm). It feels much similar to July’s weather pattern with high temperature and humidity levels. Altogether, the combination of warmth, humidity, and wind make August ideal for water-based recreational activities.Temperature
August temperatures tend to peak at an average high of 88.7°F (31.5°C) and dip to a low of 77.9°F (25.5°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
In Fairhope, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout August, 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.3 rainfall days, and 44.02" (1118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:15 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer 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
Fairhope, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 77.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Fairhope, 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
Fairhope, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Fairhope, AL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Fairhope, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 6.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in August
Fairhope, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fairhope, 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
Fairhope, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fairhope, 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 months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fairhope, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Fairhope, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Fairhope, 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
Fairhope, 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).
