August weather forecastAustin, AR
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Austin, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 90°F (32.2°C).Temperature
The unfolding of August shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 90°F (32.2°C), indicating a slight variance from July's 91.2°F (32.9°C). Austin experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index value for August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 109.4°F (43°C). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Austin, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Austin, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Austin, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Austin is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Average temperature in August
Austin, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 90°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Austin, AR
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Austin, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Austin, AR
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Austin, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Austin, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Austin, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Austin, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Austin, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Austin, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Austin, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Austin, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Austin, AR
- 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).
