August weather forecastDardenne Prairie, MO
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and an average low of 66°F (18.9°C).Temperature
At the start of August, Dardenne Prairie's average high-temperature reaches a warm 85.5°F (29.7°C), subtly different from the preceding month. Dardenne Prairie's nighttime temperature during August is consistently averaged at a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. 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 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In Dardenne Prairie, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Dardenne Prairie, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dardenne Prairie, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Dardenne Prairie, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°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 (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").
Average rainfall days in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dardenne Prairie, 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 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: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Dardenne Prairie, 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
Dardenne Prairie, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Dardenne Prairie, 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).
