August weather forecastWaynoka, OK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Waynoka, Oklahoma, with an average temperature fluctuating between 93°F (33.9°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).Temperature
The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a tropical 93°F (33.9°C), aligning closely with July. August nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 54%.Rainfall
In Waynoka, Oklahoma, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.5 rainfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August in Waynoka, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Waynoka is 11h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average high temperature in August: 93°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Waynoka, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average wind speed in August: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).
Average humidity in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average humidity in August: 54%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (53%).
Average rainfall in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Waynoka, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average UV index in August: 7
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Waynoka, OK
- Average cloud cover in August: 18
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in August
Waynoka, 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).
