August weather forecastFort Lawn, SC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Fort Lawn, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 69.8°F (21°C) and an average high of 88.3°F (31.3°C).Temperature
Fort Lawn transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. In the month of August, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 69.8°F (21°C).Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a very hot 102.2°F (39°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. 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. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Fort Lawn.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Fort Lawn, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°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 (49.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 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
Fort Lawn, 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 24min
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
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Lawn, 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
Fort Lawn, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Fort Lawn, 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).
