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 the transition from July to August, Oak Ridge reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. An average low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) is recorded in the month of August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Oak Ridge is 76%.Rainfall
In Oak Ridge, Missouri, during August, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Oak Ridge, Missouri, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.On the first day of August in Oak Ridge, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°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 (27.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Oak Ridge, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Oak Ridge, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Oak Ridge, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Oak Ridge, 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).
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