August weather forecast
Dixie Union, GA

August, the last month of the summer in Dixie Union, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 90.5°F (32.5°C).

Temperature

August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still hot 90.5°F (32.5°C) from July. The nighttime temperature in Dixie Union, during August, averages of 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a burning hot 113°F (45°C). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Dixie Union, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dixie Union is August, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Dixie Union, Georgia, is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Dixie Union, Georgia, is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dixie Union. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.