August weather forecastHillsdale, KS
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Hillsdale, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84.9°F (29.4°C) and an average low of 66.2°F (19°C).Temperature
Hillsdale records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C) as August arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. During the month of August, the temperature falls to an average of 66.2°F (19°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In Hillsdale, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Hillsdale, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Hillsdale.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.2°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 (24.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hillsdale, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Hillsdale, 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).
