August weather forecastAlliance, NC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Alliance, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88°F (31.1°C) and 72°F (22.2°C).Temperature
August commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 88°F (31.1°C), showing little deviation from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). Throughout the month of August, Alliance witnesses an average temperature of 72°F (22.2°C).Heat index
August's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. 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. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
August and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Alliance. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October and December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Alliance, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August in Alliance, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Alliance is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Alliance, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 88°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in August
Alliance, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Alliance, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Alliance, NC
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Alliance, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in August
Alliance, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alliance, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Alliance, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Alliance, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alliance, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Alliance, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Alliance, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Alliance, NC
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
