August weather forecast
Salisbury, MO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Salisbury, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. During August, Salisbury witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In Salisbury, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Salisbury, Missouri.

Daylight

In Salisbury, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Salisbury, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Salisbury, Missouri, 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Salisbury in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Salisbury during August are 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, Missouri, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Salisbury have in August?

In Salisbury, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Salisbury?

On the first day of August in Salisbury, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salisbury have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Salisbury, Missouri, is 10.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Salisbury?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Salisbury.

How high is the UV index in August in Salisbury?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Salisbury is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Salisbury, MO

Average temperature in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Salisbury, MO

Average pressure in August - Salisbury, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Salisbury, MO

Average wind speed in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Salisbury, MO

Average humidity in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Salisbury, MO

Average rainfall in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
Salisbury, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Salisbury, MO

Average snowfall in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Salisbury, MO

Average snowfall days in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salisbury, MO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salisbury, 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 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Salisbury, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Salisbury, MO

Average UV index in August - Salisbury, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Salisbury, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Salisbury, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Salisbury, MO

Average visibility in August - Salisbury, 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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