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
Gold Sand's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C) from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C) in temperature. An average low-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) is noted during the nights in August in Gold Sand.Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Gold Sand is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Gold Sand is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Gold Sand, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Gold Sand are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.3°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 (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Gold Sand, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gold Sand, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Gold Sand, NC
- 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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