August weather forecastPleasant Site, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Pleasant Site, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 89.1°F (31.7°C) and min 69.3°F (20.7°C).Temperature
Pleasant Site experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 90°F (32.2°C). During August, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.
Humidity
In Pleasant Site, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Pleasant Site, Alabama, in August, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Pleasant Site, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 18 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
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Pleasant Site, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Pleasant Site, AL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and July (5mi).
