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 Oakland, Mississippi, welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. The nights of August anticipate an average low-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 109.4°F (43°C). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Oakland is 75%.Rainfall
In Oakland, in August, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.7 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Oakland, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Oakland is 13h and 23min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakland is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Oakland, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°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 (50°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Oakland, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Oakland, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Oakland, MS
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Oakland, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Oakland, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oakland, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oakland, 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 and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oakland, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oakland, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Oakland, 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Oakland, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Oakland, 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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