August weather forecastRiverbend, SC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Riverbend, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 89.4°F (31.9°C) and min 75.4°F (24.1°C).Temperature
August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.4°F (31.9°C), showing little deviation from July. Riverbend's average low-temperature is measured at a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) during August.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.
Humidity
In Riverbend, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.4 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Riverbend, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August, 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 7:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Riverbend, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum 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. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 89.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 6.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Riverbend, 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 and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riverbend, 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 36min
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
Riverbend, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Riverbend, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Riverbend, 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).
