August weather forecastGateway, AR
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Gateway, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 88.2°F (31.2°C).Temperature
The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.2°F (31.2°C), nearly identical to July's 89.6°F (32°C). During August, Gateway records an average temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 102.2°F (39°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital 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.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Gateway is 72%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gateway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Gateway.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gateway, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Gateway, AR
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Gateway, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Gateway, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gateway, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gateway, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gateway, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gateway, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Gateway, AR
- 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Gateway, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Gateway, 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).
