August weather forecastButler, MO
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Butler, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.2°F (19°C) and max 85.3°F (29.6°C).Temperature
August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C) from July's 87.1°F (30.6°C). An average low-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) is noted during the nights in August in Butler, Missouri.Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance 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.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Butler, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Butler, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Butler, snow does not fall in April, June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 36min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Butler, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.2°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 (24.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Butler, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Butler, 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
Butler, MO
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Butler, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Butler, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Butler, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Butler, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Butler, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Butler, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Butler, 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
Butler, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Butler, 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).
