August weather forecastMcNeil, AR
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in McNeil, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 72°F (22.2°C) and 93.4°F (34.1°C).Temperature
McNeil's warmest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 93.4°F (34.1°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 116.6°F (47°C). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In McNeil, in August, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McNeil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October and December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 21min.On the first day of August in McNeil, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in McNeil is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
McNeil, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 93.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in August
McNeil, AR
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
McNeil, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
McNeil, AR
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in August
McNeil, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
McNeil, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
McNeil, 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 December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
McNeil, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
McNeil, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
McNeil, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).
Average UV index in August
McNeil, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
McNeil, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
McNeil, AR
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
