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
In Lake Lure, the average high-temperature in August is practically the same as in July - a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). The average low-temperature, in Lake Lure, North Carolina, is 60.4°F (15.8°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like activity, clothing, metabolic differences, and pregnancy affect individual temperature impact. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Lake Lure is 76%.Rainfall
In Lake Lure, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Lure, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Lake Lure.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Lake Lure is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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.
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Average temperature in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Lake Lure, 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
Lake Lure, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 3.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Lake Lure, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 27min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 49min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lake Lure, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Lake Lure, 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
Lake Lure, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Lake Lure, 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).
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