August weather forecastKingstown, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Kingstown, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.4°F (30.8°C) and min 66°F (18.9°C).Temperature
During August, Kingstown records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), marking a slight divergence from July's 89.4°F (31.9°C). The temperature dips to an average of 66°F (18.9°C) during August nights.Heat index
During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. 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', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In Kingstown, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.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 in Kingstown. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Kingstown, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Kingstown, 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
Kingstown, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Kingstown, 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
Kingstown, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Kingstown, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kingstown, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Kingstown, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Kingstown, 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 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kingstown, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Kingstown, 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
Kingstown, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Kingstown, 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).
