August weather forecastMargarettsville, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Margarettsville, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.9°F (30.5°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).Temperature
The high-temperature average in August for Margarettsville is a still tropical 86.9°F (30.5°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Margarettsville, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
In Margarettsville, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Margarettsville.Daylight
In Margarettsville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Margarettsville, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Margarettsville. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.9°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 (46.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April, July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Margarettsville, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Margarettsville, 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
Margarettsville, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Margarettsville, 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).
