August weather forecastWells Town, MS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Wells Town, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 73.2°F (22.9°C) and max 91.4°F (33°C).Temperature
August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.4°F (33°C), slightly varied from July's 91.8°F (33.2°C). During the nights in August, the temperature averages to an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. 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 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.On the first day of August, 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 7:22 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Wells Town, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Wells Town, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Wells Town, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Wells Town, MS
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).
