Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The ushering in of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), closely mirroring the 88.3°F (31.3°C) of July. In the month of August, Five Forks witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Five Forks, during August, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Five Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 42.2" (1072mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Five Forks, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Five Forks, Alabama, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 24min.On the first day of August in Five Forks, Alabama, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Five Forks is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Five Forks. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.27"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Five Forks, AL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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