Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Rufus starts August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), a minor shift from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Rufus records a consistent low-temperature average of 59°F (15°C) during August, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 45%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Rufus, in August, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rufus, there are 50.4 rainfall days, and 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Rufus, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Rufus, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:42 pm PDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Rufus is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Rufus, OR
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Rufus, OR
- 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 August (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rufus, OR
- Average wind speed in August: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Rufus, OR
- Average humidity in August: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).
Average rainfall in August
Rufus, OR
- Average rainfall in August: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.47").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, July and November (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Rufus, OR
- Average rainfall days in August: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (6.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rufus, OR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rufus, OR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rufus, OR
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rufus, OR
- Average sunshine days in August: 24.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Rufus, OR
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Rufus, OR
- Average cloud cover in August: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in August
Rufus, OR
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).
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