Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still tropical 90.3°F (32.4°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. The nighttime temperature in Sloss, during August, averages of 71.6°F (22°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at an extremely hot 107.6°F (42°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
In Sloss, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In Sloss, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Sloss, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.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 6:21 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Sloss is 10.2h.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sloss. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Sloss?
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Average temperature in August
Sloss, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in August
Sloss, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Sloss, 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).
Average humidity in August
Sloss, AL
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Sloss, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Sloss, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sloss, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sloss, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Sloss, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sloss, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Sloss, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Sloss, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Sloss, 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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