August weather forecastWalker, AR
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Walker, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).Temperature
The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in August average to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Walker is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout August, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Walker, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124 days and collects up to 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Walker, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, in Walker, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
In Walker, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Walker, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Walker, 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
Walker, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Walker, AR
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Walker, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Walker, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Walker, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Walker, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Walker, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Walker, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Walker, 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
Walker, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 25
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Walker, 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).
