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 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
With the advent of August, Watauga's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. During August, Watauga experiences an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) at night.Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 51%.Rainfall
In Watauga, during August, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Watauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Watauga.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 5min.On the first day of August in Watauga, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:25 pm MDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Watauga.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Watauga, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Watauga, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Watauga, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Watauga, SD
- Average humidity in August: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in August
Watauga, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Watauga, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Watauga, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Watauga, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Watauga, SD
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Watauga, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Watauga, SD
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Watauga, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Watauga, SD
- 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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