August weather forecastVossburg, MS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Vossburg, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 91.4°F (33°C) and min 71.8°F (22.1°C).Temperature
Vossburg's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still hot 91.4°F (33°C), nearly consistent with the 91.9°F (33.3°C) of July. In the month of August, Vossburg witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this 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. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Vossburg, Mississippi, is 74%.Rainfall
In Vossburg, Mississippi, in August, it is raining for 19.9 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vossburg, there are 165.6 rainfall days, and 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Vossburg, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Vossburg is 13h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, in Vossburg, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Vossburg, Mississippi, is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Vossburg are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Vossburg, 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
Vossburg, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Vossburg, 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.8 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
Vossburg, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Vossburg, MS
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
