August weather forecastWhitehead, MS
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Whitehead, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.6°F (22°C) and max 88.9°F (31.6°C).Temperature
August brings a marginal elevation to a still tropical 88.9°F (31.6°C) from July's 90°F (32.2°C) in Whitehead's average high-temperatures. Nighttime temperatures in August average to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. 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. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Whitehead, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Whitehead, in August, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 42.24" (1073mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Whitehead, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Whitehead, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 22min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Whitehead, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average high temperature in August: 88.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.6°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 (36.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Whitehead, 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
Whitehead, MS
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Whitehead, MS
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Whitehead, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Whitehead, MS
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Whitehead, 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).
