August weather forecastFoley, AL
August
Weather in August
August continues to radiate a vibrant summer atmosphere in the city. Although temperatures begin to recede slightly from their July highs, they remain higher than September. The warmth of August is often softened by the showers that visit the city. On the brighter side, prevailing winds provide bouts of coolness against the persistent heat. Sunshine, accompanied by ample daylight, continues to dominate, highlighting the heart of the summer season.Temperature
Foley's warmest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 89.1°F (31.7°C) and lows of 78.4°F (25.8°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall in Foley, Alabama.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Foley, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 78.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Foley, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Foley, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Foley, AL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Foley, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Foley, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Foley, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
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
Foley, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Foley, 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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Foley, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Foley, 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, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Foley, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Foley, 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).
