August weather forecast
Latham, KS

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Latham, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and an average low of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

Latham marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), a subtle shift from July's 90.5°F (32.5°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights is a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 68%.

Rainfall

In August, in Latham, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Latham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Latham, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Latham, Kansas, is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, in Latham, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

June through August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Latham.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Latham during August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Latham during August are 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Latham?

The average relative humidity in August in Latham is 68%.

How many days does it rain in August in Latham?

In August, in Latham, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Latham?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Latham have in August?

In Latham, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Latham?

On the first day of August in Latham, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Latham?

The months with the most sunshine in Latham, Kansas, are June through August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Latham?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Latham?

In Latham, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Latham, KS

Average temperature in August - Latham, KS
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Latham, KS

Average pressure in August - Latham, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Latham, KS

Average wind speed in August - Latham, KS
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Latham, KS

Average humidity in August - Latham, KS
  • Average humidity in August: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in August
Latham, KS

Average rainfall in August - Latham, KS
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in August
Latham, KS

Average rainfall days in August - Latham, KS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Latham, KS

Average snowfall in August - Latham, KS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Latham, KS

Average snowfall days in August - Latham, KS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Latham, KS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Latham, KS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Latham, KS

Average sunshine days in August - Latham, KS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Latham, KS

Average UV index in August - Latham, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Latham, KS

Average cloud cover in August - Latham, KS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in August
Latham, KS

Average visibility in August - Latham, 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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