August weather forecast
Shelbyville, MO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Shelbyville, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.3°F (28.5°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from July. Shelbyville experiences a consistent average temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) throughout the nights in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Shelbyville is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shelbyville, Missouri, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shelbyville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Shelbyville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Shelbyville is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Shelbyville in August?

During August, Shelbyville experiences an average high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and a low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Shelbyville?

In August, the average relative humidity in Shelbyville, Missouri, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Shelbyville?

In August, the average day length in Shelbyville, Missouri, is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Shelbyville?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shelbyville, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Shelbyville?

The average sunshine duration in August in Shelbyville, Missouri, is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Shelbyville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Shelbyville?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Shelbyville, Missouri, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average temperature in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average pressure in August - Shelbyville, 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
Shelbyville, MO

Average wind speed in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average humidity in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average rainfall in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Shelbyville, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Shelbyville, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shelbyville, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Shelbyville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average UV index in August - Shelbyville, 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
Shelbyville, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Shelbyville, MO

Average visibility in August - Shelbyville, 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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