August weather forecastWhitney, NE
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Whitney, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.7°F (17.6°C) and max 86.5°F (30.3°C).Temperature
The advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Whitney registers a significant drop in temperature in August, with average nighttime lows of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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
With an average relative humidity of 46%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Whitney, in August, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through August are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Whitney, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Whitney, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Whitney, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Whitney, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Whitney, NE
- Average humidity in August: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in August
Whitney, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Whitney, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Whitney, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Whitney, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Whitney, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Whitney, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 15 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Whitney, NE
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Whitney, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Whitney, 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).
