August weather forecastNew Hope, AL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in New Hope, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 68°F (20°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature in August, at a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), reveals a modest deviation from July's 88.5°F (31.4°C). In August, New Hope encounters an average low-temperature of 68°F (20°C) during the night.Heat index
During August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
In New Hope, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In New Hope, Alabama, during August, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. In New Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177 days and collects up to 42.36" (1076mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In New Hope, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in New Hope. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
New Hope, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°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 (33.1°F).
Average pressure in August
New Hope, 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
New Hope, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
New Hope, 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
New Hope, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").
Average rainfall days in August
New Hope, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
New Hope, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
New Hope, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Hope, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
New Hope, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.4 days).
Average UV index in August
New Hope, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
New Hope, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
New Hope, 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).
