August weather forecastMcKinnon, GA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in McKinnon, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.3°F (32.4°C) and min 74.1°F (23.4°C).Temperature
August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 90.3°F (32.4°C) from July's 91.2°F (32.9°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 74.1°F (23.4°C) in August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 113°F (45°C). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are June and August, with an average 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In McKinnon, Georgia, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in McKinnon is 13h and 16min.On the first day of August in McKinnon, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In McKinnon, Georgia, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.3°F).
Average pressure in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).
Average UV index in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
McKinnon, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
McKinnon, 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).
