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
Salem ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout August, the average low-temperature in Salem dips to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Salem are January, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Salem, Nebraska, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Salem, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Salem, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Salem, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.4°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 (19.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Salem, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Salem, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Salem, NE
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Salem, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Salem, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salem, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salem, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salem, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salem, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Salem, NE
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Salem, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Salem, NE
- 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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