August weather forecastAbbyville, KS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Abbyville, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average high of 89.6°F (32°C).Temperature
The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.6°F (32°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature during August nights is a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 62%.Rainfall
In Abbyville, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Abbyville, the average sunshine in August is 10.9h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average humidity in August: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).
Average rainfall in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Abbyville, KS
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Abbyville, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Abbyville, KS
- 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).
