August weather forecast
Morganton, TN

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Morganton, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average high of 86.5°F (30.3°C) and an average low of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Morganton records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Morganton, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Morganton, in August, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Morganton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Morganton, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Morganton, Tennessee, is 10h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Morganton. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.