August weather forecastMontrose, GA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Montrose, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.8°F (22.1°C) and max 89.6°F (32°C).Temperature
On the advent of August, Montrose's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still hot 89.6°F (32°C) from July's 90.7°F (32.6°C). During the month of August, Montrose anticipates a mean low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The wettest months are August and December, with an average 2.8" (71mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Montrose, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Montrose, GA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°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 (54.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Montrose, GA
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Montrose, GA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Montrose, GA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Montrose, GA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Montrose, GA
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Montrose, GA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Montrose, GA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Montrose, GA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 42min
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
Montrose, GA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Montrose, GA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Montrose, GA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Montrose, 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).
