August weather forecastTallassee, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Tallassee, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 91°F (32.8°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).Temperature
August's average high-temperature is a still tropical 91°F (32.8°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 91.9°F (33.3°C). Throughout August, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Tallassee, in August, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tallassee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 91°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.4°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 (37.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tallassee, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Tallassee, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Tallassee, 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).
