August weather forecastTerrell, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Terrell, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 88°F (31.1°C) and min 66.6°F (19.2°C).Temperature
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 88°F (31.1°C), diverging marginally from July's 90.1°F (32.3°C). During August, Terrell experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 66.6°F (19.2°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Terrell is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August in Terrell, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Terrell, 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Terrell, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 88°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Terrell, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Terrell, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Terrell, NC
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Terrell, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Terrell, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Terrell, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Terrell, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Terrell, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Terrell, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Terrell, 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
Terrell, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Terrell, 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).
