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
As Myrtle steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C), displaying minor differences from July's 90.9°F (32.7°C). August witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 111.2°F (44°C). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
In Myrtle, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Myrtle, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Myrtle.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Myrtle is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Myrtle, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
In Myrtle, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Myrtle, 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
Myrtle, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Myrtle, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Myrtle, MS
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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