August weather forecastMcRae, GA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in McRae, Georgia, with an average temperature varying between 73°F (22.8°C) and 89.8°F (32.1°C).Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.8°F (32.1°C), nearly identical to July's 90.7°F (32.6°C). McRae, during the nights of August, experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a scorching 109.4°F (43°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In McRae, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 17min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
McRae, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.8°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 (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).
Average pressure in August
McRae, 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
McRae, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
McRae, GA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
McRae, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
McRae, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).
Average snowfall days in August
McRae, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
McRae, 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: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
McRae, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
McRae, GA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
McRae, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
McRae, 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).
