August weather forecastTaft, OK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Taft, Oklahoma, with an average temperature varying between 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).Temperature
August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.9°F (32.7°C), showing a slight difference from July's 91.2°F (32.9°C). Taft observes an average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 67%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Taft, during August, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. 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
Taft, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.3°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
Taft, OK
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
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- Average wind speed in August: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Taft, OK
- Average humidity in August: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Taft, OK
- Average rainfall in August: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Taft, OK
- Average rainfall days in August: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Taft, OK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Taft, OK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Taft, OK
- 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Taft, OK
- Average sunshine days in August: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (17.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Taft, OK
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Taft, OK
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Taft, 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).
