August weather forecastCord, AR
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Cord, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 87.8°F (31°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).Temperature
August observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), marking an insignificant difference from July's 89.4°F (31.9°C). Cord experiences an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) in the month of August.Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
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. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Cord, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cord, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 38.66" (982mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
In Cord, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cord, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in August
Cord, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cord, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Cord, AR
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Cord, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in August
Cord, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cord, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cord, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cord, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cord, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Cord, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Cord, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Cord, 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).
