Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a warm 84°F (28.9°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. The low-temperature in Wathena, Kansas, averages to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Wathena is 78%.Rainfall
In Wathena, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Wathena is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Wathena, Kansas, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Wathena, KS
- Average high temperature in August: 84°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Wathena, 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
Wathena, KS
- Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Wathena, KS
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Wathena, KS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Wathena, KS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wathena, KS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wathena, KS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wathena, KS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wathena, KS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Wathena, KS
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Wathena, KS
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Wathena, 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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