August weather forecastMcFarlan, NC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in McFarlan, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).Temperature
The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. McFarlan's average low-temperature during August nights is observed to be a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is estimated at a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. 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 extremely significant for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
In McFarlan, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In McFarlan, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in McFarlan is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in McFarlan is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).
Average pressure in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, July and November (72%).
Average rainfall in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 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
McFarlan, 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 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
McFarlan, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
McFarlan, 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
McFarlan, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
McFarlan, 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).
