August weather forecastCarriere, MS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Carriere, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75°F (23.9°C) and 91.9°F (33.3°C).Temperature
August, with its high-temperature average of 91.9°F (33.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 75°F (23.9°C), is the warmest month.Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a life-threatening hot 116.6°F (47°C). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Carriere is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Carriere is 13h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, in Carriere, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Carriere is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Carriere are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Carriere, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 91.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43°F).
Average pressure in August
Carriere, MS
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carriere, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Carriere, MS
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Carriere, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 5.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
Carriere, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carriere, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carriere, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Carriere, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carriere, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Carriere, MS
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Carriere, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Carriere, MS
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and December (5mi).
