August weather forecastLake Waccamaw, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Lake Waccamaw, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.4°F (21.9°C) and max 87.4°F (30.8°C).Temperature
A minor adjustment in Lake Waccamaw's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). Lake Waccamaw, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a blistering 104°F (40°C). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
May, June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Lake Waccamaw.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Lake Waccamaw. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Lake Waccamaw.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 24min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Lake Waccamaw is 10.3h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Lake Waccamaw, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Lake Waccamaw, 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).
