August weather forecast
Westwood, TN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Westwood, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average high of 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Westwood experiences an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Westwood is 77%.

Rainfall

In Westwood, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Westwood, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Westwood, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Westwood is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Westwood during August?

Westwood in August has an average high-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Westwood?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Westwood?

In August, in Westwood, Tennessee, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Westwood?

May through October are months without snowfall in Westwood.

How many hours of daylight does Westwood have in August?

In Westwood, the average day length in August is 13h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Westwood?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Westwood, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Westwood?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Westwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Westwood, TN

Average temperature in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Westwood, TN

Average pressure in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Westwood, TN

Average wind speed in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Westwood, TN

Average humidity in August - Westwood, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Westwood, TN

Average rainfall in August - Westwood, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Westwood, TN

Average rainfall days in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Westwood, TN

Average snowfall in August - Westwood, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Westwood, TN

Average snowfall days in August - Westwood, 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).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Westwood, TN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Westwood, TN

Average sunshine days in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Westwood, TN

Average UV index in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Westwood, TN

Average cloud cover in August - Westwood, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Westwood, TN

Average visibility in August - Westwood, 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).

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