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
Shell Point, South Carolina, marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.9°F (31.6°C), hardly different from July's 89.6°F (32°C). An average minimum temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) is recorded in Shell Point during the month of August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. 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. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Shell Point. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Shell Point, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Shell Point are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Shell Point, SC
- Average high temperature in August: 88.9°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 (57.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Shell Point, 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
Shell Point, SC
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Shell Point, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Shell Point, SC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Shell Point, SC
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Shell Point, SC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Shell Point, SC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shell Point, SC
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Shell Point, 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
Shell Point, SC
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Shell Point, 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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