August weather forecastVarnamtown, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Varnamtown, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.6°F (29.8°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C).Temperature
Varnamtown's highest average temperatures are recorded in July and August, reaching a high of 85.6°F (29.8°C).Heat index
The heat index value for August is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Varnamtown, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, in Varnamtown, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Varnamtown, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Varnamtown, 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).
