August weather forecastOxford, AR
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Oxford, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average high of 88.7°F (31.5°C).Temperature
Oxford sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.7°F (31.5°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. The average low-temperature, in August, is a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Oxford, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oxford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Oxford, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Oxford, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oxford, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Oxford, 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
Oxford, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Oxford, AR
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Oxford, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oxford, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oxford, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Oxford, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Oxford, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Oxford, AR
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
