August weather forecastTullahoma, TN
August
Weather in August
August brings a slightly subdued summer atmosphere to Tullahoma. While the temperature remains summery, a drop from the previous month combines with longer hours of daylight, resulting in a pleasurable ambience. August’s high temperature decrease to 85.6°F (29.8°C) sees the beginning of the transition from peak summer to fall. The daily downpour of rain, relatively lower than wet July, offers an element of predictability to the weather. The movement of soft winds carrying summer scents, sway the summer blooms, symbolizing the seasonal transition Tullahoma is about to undergo.Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), nearly identical to July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). During August, the nighttime temperature averages of 66.7°F (19.3°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Tullahoma, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Tullahoma, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Tullahoma, TN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).
