August weather forecast
The Highlands, AL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in The Highlands, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 89.1°F (31.7°C).

Temperature

The Highlands sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. The Highlands in August experiences a low-temperature average of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in The Highlands is 74%.

Rainfall

In The Highlands, during August, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In The Highlands, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In The Highlands, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in The Highlands is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in The Highlands. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in The Highlands in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in The Highlands, records 89.1°F (31.7°C), while the low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August in The Highlands?

In The Highlands, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in The Highlands in August?

In August, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout August, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in The Highlands?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does The Highlands have in August?

The average day length in August in The Highlands is 13h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in The Highlands?

On the first day of August in The Highlands, Alabama, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does The Highlands have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in The Highlands, Alabama, is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in The Highlands?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in The Highlands?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in The Highlands, Alabama, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
The Highlands, AL

Average temperature in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
The Highlands, AL

Average pressure in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in August
The Highlands, AL

Average wind speed in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
The Highlands, AL

Average humidity in August - The Highlands, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
The Highlands, AL

Average rainfall in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in August
The Highlands, AL

Average rainfall days in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
The Highlands, AL

Average snowfall in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
The Highlands, AL

Average snowfall days in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
The Highlands, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - The Highlands, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
The Highlands, AL

Average sunshine days in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
The Highlands, AL

Average UV index in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
The Highlands, AL

Average cloud cover in August - The Highlands, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
The Highlands, AL

Average visibility in August - The Highlands, 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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