Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
In Durham, August's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), closely related to the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is recorded during the month of August.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. 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', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Durham, in August, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Durham, Missouri.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Durham is 13h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Durham, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Durham, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Durham, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Durham, MO
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Durham, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Durham, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Durham, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Durham, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Durham, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Durham, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Durham, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Durham, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Durham, 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).
Durham, Missouri, USA
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