August weather forecastRixey, AR
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Rixey, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 70.9°F (21.6°C) and max 90.9°F (32.7°C).Temperature
Rixey marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.9°F (32.7°C), hardly different from July's 91.9°F (33.3°C). The average temperature drops to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) during the night in the month of August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a blisteringly hot 109.4°F (43°C). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In Rixey, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.7 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Rixey, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Rixey, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
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 rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Rixey, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Rixey, 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
Rixey, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Rixey, AR
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Rixey, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Rixey, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rixey, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rixey, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Rixey, 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 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rixey, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Rixey, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Rixey, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Rixey, 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).
