August weather forecast
Quinton, AL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Quinton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

At the start of August, Quinton's average high-temperature reaches a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), subtly different from the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, Quinton witnesses an average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Quinton, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and August, with an average 1.46" (37mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

In Quinton, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Quinton is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Quinton, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Quinton is 10.4h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Quinton in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Quinton, is 90.1°F (32.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 107.6°F (42°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Quinton?

In August, the average relative humidity in Quinton, Alabama, is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Quinton?

The months with the most rainfall in Quinton are July and August, with an average 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Quinton in August?

In Quinton, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Quinton?

In Quinton, Alabama, snow does not fall in March through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Quinton?

The average day length in August is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Quinton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Quinton have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Quinton?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Quinton.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Quinton?

In Quinton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Quinton, AL

Average temperature in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Quinton, AL

Average pressure in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Quinton, AL

Average wind speed in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Quinton, AL

Average humidity in August - Quinton, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Quinton, AL

Average rainfall in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.46"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in August
Quinton, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Quinton, AL

Average snowfall in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Quinton, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quinton, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Quinton, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Quinton, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Quinton, AL

Average UV index in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Quinton, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Quinton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Quinton, AL

Average visibility in August - Quinton, 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).

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