August weather forecastWhitewater, MO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Whitewater, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C).Temperature
August's average high-temperature is a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 88.3°F (31.3°C). Whitewater, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is estimated at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Whitewater is 76%.Rainfall
In August, in Whitewater, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout August, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whitewater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Whitewater.Daylight
In Whitewater, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.On the first day of August in Whitewater, sunrise is at 6:04 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
The average sunshine in August in Whitewater, Missouri, is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Whitewater. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Whitewater, 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 (41°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°F).
Average pressure in August
Whitewater, 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
Whitewater, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Whitewater, 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
Whitewater, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in August
Whitewater, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Whitewater, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Whitewater, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Whitewater, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Whitewater, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Whitewater, 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
Whitewater, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Whitewater, 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).
