August weather forecastBiltmore Forest, NC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Biltmore Forest, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.6°F (28.1°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).Temperature
The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Biltmore Forest, after an intense day, registers a significant cooling to an average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) throughout August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.4 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Biltmore Forest, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 3.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
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 31).
Average visibility in August
Biltmore Forest, NC
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
