August weather forecast
White Stone, SC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in White Stone, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 89.4°F (31.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.4°F (31.9°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. In the month of August, White Stone's average low-temperature falls to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 104°F (40°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in White Stone is 70%.

Rainfall

In White Stone, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In White Stone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in White Stone, South Carolina.

Daylight

In White Stone, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in White Stone?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 89.4°F (31.9°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in August in White Stone?

In August, the average relative humidity in White Stone, South Carolina, is 70%.

How much does it rain in White Stone in August?

In White Stone, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in White Stone?

In White Stone, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in August in White Stone?

In White Stone, South Carolina, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in White Stone?

On the first day of August in White Stone, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does White Stone have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in White Stone, South Carolina, is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August in White Stone?

In White Stone, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
White Stone, SC

Average temperature in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.4°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
White Stone, SC

Average pressure in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
White Stone, SC

Average wind speed in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
White Stone, SC

Average humidity in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
White Stone, SC

Average rainfall in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in August
White Stone, SC

Average rainfall days in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
White Stone, SC

Average snowfall in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
White Stone, SC

Average snowfall days in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
White Stone, SC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
White Stone, SC

Average sunshine days in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
White Stone, SC

Average UV index in August - White Stone, SC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
White Stone, SC

Average cloud cover in August - White Stone, 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 July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
White Stone, SC

Average visibility in August - White Stone, 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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