August weather forecastAllen Acres, NC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Allen Acres, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.3°F (31.3°C) and min 66.7°F (19.3°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature in August, at a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), reveals a modest deviation from July's 90.3°F (32.4°C). Despite the intense daytime heat, Allen Acres sustains a steady low-temperature average of 66.7°F (19.3°C) during August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 quite important 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.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In August, in Allen Acres, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout August, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Allen Acres, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 27min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Allen Acres, NC
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Allen Acres, NC
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
