August weather forecastCrawford, MS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Crawford, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 91°F (32.8°C) and min 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91°F (32.8°C), hardly deviating from July. During August nights, Crawford witnesses a consistent average temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 111.2°F (44°C). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. 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.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Crawford, in August, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Crawford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Crawford, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Crawford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 21min.On the first day of August in Crawford, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Crawford, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
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 for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Crawford, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 91°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Crawford, MS
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Crawford, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Crawford, MS
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Crawford, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Crawford, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Crawford, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Crawford, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Crawford, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Crawford, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Crawford, MS
- 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 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Crawford, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Crawford, MS
- 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).
