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 arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), slightly deviating from July's 88.3°F (31.3°C). Whitakers, during the nights of August, experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at 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.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Whitakers, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Whitakers, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of August in Whitakers, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Whitakers is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Whitakers are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in August in Whitakers?
What is the wettest month in Whitakers?
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What is the average length of the day in August in Whitakers?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Whitakers?
How long on average sun shines in August in Whitakers?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Whitakers?
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Average temperature in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Whitakers, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Whitakers, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Whitakers, 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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