August weather forecastChestnut Mountain, GA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Chestnut Mountain, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.2°F (31.2°C) and min 68°F (20°C).Temperature
Chestnut Mountain's August reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.2°F (31.2°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. August nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an agreeable 68°F (20°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
In Chestnut Mountain, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Chestnut Mountain is August, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of August in Chestnut Mountain, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Chestnut Mountain is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Chestnut Mountain, Georgia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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
Chestnut Mountain, 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).
