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
August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C), slightly varied from July's 89.8°F (32.1°C). August nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in South Henderson.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In South Henderson, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in August in South Henderson?
What is the wettest month in South Henderson?
How much does it rain in South Henderson in August?
When it does not snow in South Henderson?
How many hours of daylight does South Henderson have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in South Henderson?
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What is the UV index intensity in August in South Henderson?
Average temperature in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
South Henderson, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
South Henderson, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
South Henderson, 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).
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