August weather forecastHill City, KS
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Hill City, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.5°F (19.7°C) and 89.6°F (32°C).Temperature
As Hill City transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 89.6°F (32°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during August nights, with an average low of 67.5°F (19.7°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. 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 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. 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. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
In Hill City, the average relative humidity in August is 57%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.2 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
In Hill City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hill City, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Hill City, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Hill City, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Hill City, KS
- Average humidity in August: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (53%).
Average rainfall in August
Hill City, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Hill City, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hill City, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hill City, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hill City, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hill City, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (13.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Hill City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Hill City, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
Hill City, 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).
