August weather forecastBallard, MO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Ballard, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C).Temperature
Ballard, Missouri, marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), a subtle shift from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). August's nights in Ballard observe an average temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Ballard is 77%.Rainfall
In Ballard, in August, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ballard, there are 114.1 rainfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April, June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Ballard is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ballard, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ballard. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Ballard, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Ballard, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ballard, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Ballard, MO
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Ballard, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Ballard, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ballard, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ballard, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ballard, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ballard, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Ballard, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ballard, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Ballard, MO
- 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).
