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
With August's arrival, Bethune, South Carolina, notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.2°F (31.2°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Bethune's average low-temperature in the month of August is recorded at a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
In Bethune, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Bethune. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Bethune, South Carolina, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 24min.On the first day of August in Bethune, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Bethune is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Bethune is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Bethune, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).
Average pressure in August
Bethune, SC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bethune, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Bethune, SC
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Bethune, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Bethune, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bethune, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bethune, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 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
Bethune, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bethune, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Bethune, SC
- 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 January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Bethune, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Bethune, SC
- 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).
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