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
The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.7°F (31.5°C), hardly deviating from July. Friars Point's nighttime temperature in August falls to an average of 71.2°F (21.8°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
In Friars Point, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Friars Point, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Friars Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 42.95" (1091mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 24min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 88.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Friars Point, MS
- 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Friars Point, 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 and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Friars Point, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Friars Point, 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
Friars Point, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Friars Point, 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).
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