August weather forecastDentsville, SC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Dentsville, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C).Temperature
The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C), subtly varied from July's 91.6°F (33.1°C). In Dentsville, August nights witness a steady temperature drop to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C).Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Dentsville, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Dentsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Dentsville, 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
Dentsville, 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
Dentsville, SC
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Dentsville, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Dentsville, 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).
