August weather forecastEdwardsville, KS
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Edwardsville, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.4°F (19.1°C) and max 84.9°F (29.4°C).Temperature
The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. In August, Edwardsville experiences a temperature dip to an average of 66.4°F (19.1°C) at night.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. 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. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
In Edwardsville, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Edwardsville, there are 128.7 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Edwardsville, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August in Edwardsville, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Edwardsville is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Edwardsville are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Edwardsville, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Edwardsville, 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).
