August weather forecast
Short, MS

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Short, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 89.2°F (31.8°C).

Temperature

Short indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 89.8°F (32.1°C). During August, the temperature in Short tends to dip to an average of 69.1°F (20.6°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Short, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Short, Mississippi, in August, during 16 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Short, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Short is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Short, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Short, Mississippi, is 10.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Short during August?

August temperatures in Short vary between a high-temperature of 89.2°F (31.8°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Short?

The average relative humidity in August in Short is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Short?

In Short, in August, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Short?

April through October are months without snowfall in Short.

What is the average length of the day in August in Short?

In Short, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Short?

On the first day of August in Short, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Short?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Short?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Short is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Short, MS

Average temperature in August - Short, MS
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Short, MS

Average pressure in August - Short, MS
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Short, MS

Average wind speed in August - Short, MS
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Short, MS

Average humidity in August - Short, MS
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Short, MS

Average rainfall in August - Short, MS
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in August
Short, MS

Average rainfall days in August - Short, MS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Short, MS

Average snowfall in August - Short, 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 and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Short, MS

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Short, MS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Short, MS

Average sunshine days in August - Short, MS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Short, MS

Average UV index in August - Short, MS
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Short, MS

Average cloud cover in August - Short, MS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Short, MS

Average visibility in August - Short, MS
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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