August weather forecast
Hightower Forest, GA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Hightower Forest, Georgia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 70°F (21.1°C) and an average high of 89.2°F (31.8°C).

Temperature

August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C) from July's 90.7°F (32.6°C). During August, Hightower Forest witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hightower Forest, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Hightower Forest, Georgia, is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, in Hightower Forest, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hightower Forest, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

In Hightower Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Hightower Forest in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Hightower Forest, is 89.2°F (31.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 70°F (21.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Hightower Forest?

The average relative humidity in August in Hightower Forest is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Hightower Forest?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Hightower Forest, Georgia. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hightower Forest in August?

In Hightower Forest, Georgia, during August, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hightower Forest?

In Hightower Forest, Georgia, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Hightower Forest have in August?

In August, the average day length in Hightower Forest, Georgia, is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hightower Forest?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hightower Forest, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Hightower Forest?

The average sunshine duration in August in Hightower Forest is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Hightower Forest?

In Hightower Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average temperature in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average pressure in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average wind speed in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average humidity in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, September, October and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average rainfall in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average rainfall days in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average snowfall in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average snowfall days in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average sunshine days in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average UV index in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average cloud cover in August - Hightower Forest, GA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Hightower Forest, GA

Average visibility in August - Hightower Forest, 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).

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