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 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
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), diverging marginally from July's 89.6°F (32°C). Joshua reports a consistent average low-temperature of 76.3°F (24.6°C) throughout August nights.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a scorching 104°F (40°C). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Joshua is August, when the rain falls for 22.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Joshua is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August in Joshua, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Joshua is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Joshua, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Joshua, SC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Joshua, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Joshua, SC
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Joshua, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 4.29"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Joshua, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Joshua, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Joshua, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
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 4min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Joshua, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Joshua, SC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Joshua, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Joshua, 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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