August weather forecast
Purvis, MS

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Weather in August

August prolongs the trend of warm and wet weather prevalent in the preceding months. The daytime temperature hovers around the lower 90s°F, resembling July's heat scale. A high rain distribution, mimicking July's pattern, sees an average rainfall of 4.37" (111mm) across 22.3 days. A fairly humid, sometimes even muggy month, August, however, invites residents to enjoy its long hours of daylight and late summer beauty. The conditions, while largely mirroring July's weather extremes, also subtly hint towards the approaching cooler temperatures of fall.

Temperature

In Purvis, the warmest period comes during July and August, when the average high-temperature touches 91.2°F (32.9°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 114.8°F (46°C). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Purvis, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Purvis, Mississippi.

Daylight

In Purvis, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Purvis?

July and August are the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 91.2°F (32.9°C).

How hot does it get in Purvis in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Purvis, is 91.2°F (32.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 73.2°F (22.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 114.8°F (46°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Purvis?

In August, the average relative humidity in Purvis, Mississippi, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Purvis?

The months with the most rainfall in Purvis, Mississippi, are July and August, with an average 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Purvis?

In Purvis, during August, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Purvis?

In Purvis, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Purvis have in August?

In August, the average day length in Purvis, Mississippi, is 13h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Purvis?

On the first day of August in Purvis, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Purvis?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Purvis is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Purvis?

The months with the highest UV index in Purvis, Mississippi, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in August in Purvis?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Purvis is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Purvis, MS

Average temperature in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 73.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Purvis, MS

Average pressure in August - Purvis, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Purvis, MS

Average wind speed in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Purvis, MS

Average humidity in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Purvis, MS

Average rainfall in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.37"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in August
Purvis, MS

Average rainfall days in August - Purvis, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Purvis, MS

Average snowfall in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Purvis, MS

Average snowfall days in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Purvis, MS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Purvis, MS

Average sunshine days in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Purvis, MS

Average UV index in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Purvis, MS

Average cloud cover in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Purvis, MS

Average visibility in August - Purvis, MS
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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