August weather forecastMounds, OK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Mounds, Oklahoma, with an average temperature varying between 90.7°F (32.6°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).Temperature
The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.7°F (32.6°C), almost identical to the preceding month. In August, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Mounds, during August, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Mounds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March 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, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Mounds.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Average temperature in August
Mounds, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Mounds, OK
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
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- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Mounds, OK
- Average humidity in August: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, August and October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Mounds, OK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Mounds, OK
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mounds, OK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mounds, OK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Mounds, 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
Mounds, OK
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Mounds, OK
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Mounds, 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
Mounds, 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).
