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 shift to August signals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), subtly varied from July's 87.4°F (30.8°C). West Dickson, during August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
In West Dickson, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In West Dickson, in August, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.4 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in West Dickson is 13h and 29min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in West Dickson is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Dickson, Tennessee. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in West Dickson during August?
What is the average humidity in August in West Dickson?
How much does it rain in West Dickson in August?
When it does not snow in West Dickson?
What is the average length of the day in August in West Dickson?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in West Dickson?
How long on average sun shines in August in West Dickson?
What are the months with the highest UV index in West Dickson?
What is the UV index intensity in August in West Dickson?
Average temperature in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in August
West Dickson, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
West Dickson, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Dickson, TN
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
West Dickson, 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
West Dickson, 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
West Dickson, 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).
West Dickson, Tennessee, USA
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