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
The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. During the nights in August, Richmond observes an average low-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Richmond, Missouri, is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Richmond, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Richmond. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Richmond, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Richmond, 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
Richmond, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Richmond, MO
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Richmond, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in August
Richmond, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Richmond, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Richmond, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Richmond, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Richmond, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Richmond, 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
Richmond, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Richmond, 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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