August weather forecast
Woodlawn Heights, AL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Woodlawn Heights, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 88.3°F (31.3°C).

Temperature

As Woodlawn Heights, Alabama, transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature in Woodlawn Heights during August nights is an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Woodlawn Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Woodlawn Heights, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 41.97" (1066mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Woodlawn Heights.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of August in Woodlawn Heights, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Woodlawn Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Woodlawn Heights?

In Woodlawn Heights, 88.3°F (31.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 69.1°F (20.6°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Woodlawn Heights?

In August, the average relative humidity in Woodlawn Heights is 75%.

How much does it rain in Woodlawn Heights in August?

In Woodlawn Heights, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Woodlawn Heights?

April through October are months without snowfall in Woodlawn Heights, Alabama.

How many hours of daylight does Woodlawn Heights have in August?

The average day length in August in Woodlawn Heights is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Woodlawn Heights?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Woodlawn Heights, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Woodlawn Heights?

In Woodlawn Heights, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Woodlawn Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Woodlawn Heights?

In Woodlawn Heights, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average temperature in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°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 (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average pressure in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average wind speed in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average humidity in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

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
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average rainfall in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average rainfall days in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average snowfall in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
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
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average snowfall days in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average sunshine days in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average UV index in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average cloud cover in August - Woodlawn Heights, AL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Woodlawn Heights, AL

Average visibility in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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).

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