August weather forecastBonneau, SC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Bonneau, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 72.7°F (22.6°C) and an average high of 89.2°F (31.8°C).Temperature
The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Bonneau records an average low-temperature of 72.7°F (22.6°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 109.4°F (43°C). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. 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.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Bonneau, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
In Bonneau, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 21min.On the first day of August in Bonneau, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Bonneau is 10.4h.UV index
In Bonneau, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Bonneau, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Bonneau, 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).
