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 arrival of August, Iron City's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 87.6°F (30.9°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Iron City experiences a mean temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index in August is calculated to be a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Iron City, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Iron City, in August, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Iron City, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Iron City, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Iron City, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Iron City, Tennessee, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in August in Iron City?
When it does not snow in Iron City?
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What is the UV index reading in August in Iron City?
Average temperature in August
Iron City, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Iron City, TN
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Iron City, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Iron City, TN
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Iron City, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").
Average rainfall days in August
Iron City, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Iron City, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Iron City, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Iron City, TN
- 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Iron City, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Iron City, TN
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Iron City, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Iron City, TN
- 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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