August weather forecast
Huntsville, TN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Huntsville, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average high of 84.2°F (29°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Huntsville registers a marked temperature plunge to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C) during the cool August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
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 affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Huntsville is 78%.

Rainfall

In Huntsville, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Huntsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Huntsville, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Huntsville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of August in Huntsville, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Huntsville is 9.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Huntsville during August?

In Huntsville, in August, the average high-temperature is 84.2°F (29°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Huntsville?

In August, the average relative humidity in Huntsville, Tennessee, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Huntsville?

In Huntsville, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Huntsville?

In Huntsville, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Huntsville have in August?

In August, the average day length in Huntsville, Tennessee, is 13h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Huntsville?

On the first day of August in Huntsville, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:06 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Huntsville have in August?

In Huntsville, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Huntsville?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Huntsville.

What is the UV index reading in August in Huntsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Huntsville, Tennessee, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Huntsville, TN

Average temperature in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Huntsville, TN

Average pressure in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Huntsville, TN

Average wind speed in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Huntsville, TN

Average humidity in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Huntsville, TN

Average rainfall in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in August
Huntsville, TN

Average rainfall days in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Huntsville, TN

Average snowfall in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Huntsville, TN

Average snowfall days in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Huntsville, TN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Huntsville, TN

Average sunshine days in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Huntsville, TN

Average UV index in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Huntsville, TN

Average cloud cover in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Huntsville, TN

Average visibility in August - Huntsville, TN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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