Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 86.4°F (30.2°C), nearly identical to July's 88.7°F (31.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) is recorded in Dwight during the month of August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
In Dwight, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dwight, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Dwight.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Dwight, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Dwight, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 86.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Dwight, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dwight, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Dwight, KS
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Dwight, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Dwight, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dwight, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dwight, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Dwight, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dwight, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Dwight, KS
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Dwight, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Dwight, 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).
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