August weather forecast
Abbeville, SC

August in Abbeville continues to bask in the summer heat with temperature highs coming close to those of July. It's a time of vibrant, outdoor life even though the weather is fairly humid with the relative humidity index at 72%. Additionally, the total monthly rainfall peaks at 3.54" (90mm) in August, making it the wettest month of the year. However, the increasing cloud cover doesn't significantly affect the city’s overall brightness. Quite contrasting to the beginning of the year, snow is a non-factor during these hotter months.

Temperature

The ushering in of August in Abbeville brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C), closely mirroring the 91.9°F (33.3°C) of July. An average low-temperature of 69.8°F (21°C) is recorded in the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Abbeville, South Carolina, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Abbeville, in August, during 17 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abbeville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 33.94" (862mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Abbeville, South Carolina.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, in Abbeville, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Abbeville is 10.2h.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Abbeville, South Carolina. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.