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
In Gatesville, the average temperatures in August are the highest, with a peak at 95.5°F (35.3°C) and a low of 75.7°F (24.3°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 56%.Rainfall
In Gatesville, in August, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gatesville, Texas, there are 129.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gatesville, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Gatesville is 13h and 16min.On the first day of August in Gatesville, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Gatesville is 10.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 95.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average humidity in August: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).
Average rainfall in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").
Average rainfall days in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in August
Gatesville, TX
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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