August weather forecast
Russellville, TN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Russellville, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and an average low of 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

August commences with an average high-temperature of a warm 85.5°F (29.7°C), showing little deviation from July's 86°F (30°C). A notable decrease from the day's highest temperature marks August, culminating in an average low of 62.6°F (17°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Russellville, in August, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Russellville, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Russellville.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Russellville, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Russellville, Tennessee, is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Russellville are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Russellville during August?

August temperatures in Russellville vary between a high-temperature of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Russellville?

The least humid month in Russellville, Tennessee, is August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in August in Russellville?

In August, the average relative humidity in Russellville, Tennessee, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August in Russellville?

In Russellville, in August, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Russellville?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Russellville?

The average day length in August in Russellville, Tennessee, is 13h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Russellville?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Russellville?

In Russellville, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Russellville, Tennessee, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Russellville?

In Russellville, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Russellville, TN

Average temperature in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Russellville, TN

Average pressure in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Russellville, TN

Average wind speed in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Russellville, TN

Average humidity in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Russellville, TN

Average rainfall in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in August
Russellville, TN

Average rainfall days in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Russellville, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Russellville, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Russellville, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Russellville, TN

Average sunshine days in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Russellville, TN

Average UV index in August - Russellville, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Russellville, TN

Average cloud cover in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Russellville, TN

Average visibility in August - Russellville, TN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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