August weather forecastBalus Creek, GA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Balus Creek, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.2°F (31.2°C) and 68°F (20°C).Temperature
In Balus Creek, August's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 88.2°F (31.2°C), closely related to the preceding month. In August, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 68°F (20°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
In Balus Creek, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Balus Creek, Georgia, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Balus Creek is 9.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Balus Creek. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 88.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°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 (33.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 4.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").
Average rainfall days in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Balus Creek, GA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Balus Creek, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Balus Creek, GA
- 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
Balus Creek, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Balus Creek, GA
- 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).
