August weather forecastSpencer, OK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Spencer, Oklahoma, with temperature in the range of an average low of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and an average high of 92.7°F (33.7°C).Temperature
As August unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still hot 92.7°F (33.7°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. During August, Spencer consistently records a temperature low averaging an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 60%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.6 rainfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Spencer, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Spencer is 11h.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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Spencer, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 92.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in August
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- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
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- Average wind speed in August: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).
Average humidity in August
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- Average humidity in August: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in August
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- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
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- Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
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- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
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- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
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- 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: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
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- Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).
Average UV index in August
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- 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 December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
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- Average cloud cover in August: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
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- 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).
