August weather forecastElkhart, KS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Elkhart, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.7°F (32.6°C) and min 68.9°F (20.5°C).Temperature
Elkhart's average high-temperature in August sits at a still tropical 90.7°F (32.6°C), showing little difference from the previous month. In Elkhart, the average temperature during the nights of August marks a significant drop from the daily high, settling at an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 95°F (35°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 48%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Elkhart. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Elkhart, Kansas, is 13h and 32min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Average temperature in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 10.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average humidity in August: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).
Average rainfall in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elkhart, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Elkhart, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Elkhart, 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).
