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
The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 85.3°F (29.6°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Rotherwood Heights records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) throughout August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
July through September and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Rotherwood Heights, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rotherwood Heights, Tennessee, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Rotherwood Heights.Daylight
In Rotherwood Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Rotherwood Heights is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. 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. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 3.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").
Average rainfall days in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Rotherwood Heights, 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: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Rotherwood Heights, TN
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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