August weather forecastPineville, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Pineville, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 88.5°F (31.4°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, a modest change to a still tropical 88.5°F (31.4°C) from July's 91°F (32.8°C) is noted in high-temperature. An average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Pineville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. 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
Pineville, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Pineville, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Pineville, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Pineville, NC
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Pineville, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Pineville, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pineville, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pineville, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pineville, 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 18min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pineville, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Pineville, 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
Pineville, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Pineville, 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).
