August weather forecastPickensville, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Pickensville, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 91.4°F (33°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
The shift into August finds Pickensville at an average high-temperature of a still hot 91.4°F (33°C), closely comparable to July's conditions. In August, Pickensville experiences a temperature dip to an average of 71.2°F (21.8°C) at night.Heat index
For August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 113°F (45°C). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In Pickensville, in August, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pickensville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.1 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Pickensville is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Average temperature in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).
Average pressure in August
Pickensville, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Pickensville, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Pickensville, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Pickensville, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Pickensville, 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).
