August weather forecastDragoon, AZ
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Dragoon, Arizona, with an average temperature ranging between max 90°F (32.2°C) and min 70.5°F (21.4°C).Temperature
The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 90°F (32.2°C), hardly differing from July's 90.9°F (32.7°C). Dragoon experiences a nighttime temperature average of 70.5°F (21.4°C) during August.Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 43%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Dragoon. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dragoon, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In Dragoon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm MST.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Dragoon, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less 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-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Average temperature in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average high temperature in August: 90°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (38.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average humidity in August: 43%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (21%).
Average rainfall in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 12h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Dragoon, AZ
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Dragoon, AZ
- 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).
