August weather forecastLake City, GA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Lake City, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 89.2°F (31.8°C).Temperature
August denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C) from July's 90.5°F (32.5°C). Lake City's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 104°F (40°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. 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', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In Lake City, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 22min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lake City. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Lake City, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Lake City, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Lake City, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Lake City, GA
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Lake City, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 4.29"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Lake City, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lake City, GA
- 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 and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Lake City, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Lake City, GA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 24min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lake City, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Lake City, GA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Lake City, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Lake City, 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).
