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
Shelby registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. Shelby observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) during the month of August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.4 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Shelby, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Shelby, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.On the first day of August in Shelby, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Shelby is 10.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Shelby. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Shelby, NE
- 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 (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Shelby, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Shelby, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Shelby, NE
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Shelby, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Shelby, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Shelby, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Shelby, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shelby, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shelby, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Shelby, NE
- 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
Shelby, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Shelby, 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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