August weather forecastBroken Arrow, OK
August
Weather in August
In August, the temperature ranges from 70.2°F (21.2°C) to 90.5°F (32.5°C) in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. As the last full month of summer, August offers pleasantry with its moderately declining temperatures. Rainfall rises to its yearly peak this month, marking it as the wettest month of the year. Despite it being summer, wind speed barely changes from July. This month displays slightly more cloud cover than the preceding and following months.Temperature
Broken Arrow's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C), hardly distinct from July's 91°F (32.8°C). Broken Arrow records a steady low-temperature average of 70.2°F (21.2°C) during August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is estimated at a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.Rainfall
In Broken Arrow, during August, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average humidity in August: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, August and October (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in August
Broken Arrow, OK
- 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).
