August weather forecastMurphy, TX
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is a torrid month in Murphy, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 95.5°F (35.3°C).Temperature
August is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 95.5°F (35.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 75.9°F (24.4°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a blistering 111.2°F (44°C). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 56%, August is the least humid month in Murphy.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Murphy, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall in Murphy.Daylight
In Murphy, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Murphy is August, with an average of 11h of sunshine.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Murphy. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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 hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Murphy, 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 (54°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Murphy, 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
Murphy, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Murphy, TX
- Average humidity in August: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).
Average rainfall in August
Murphy, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Murphy, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Murphy, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Murphy, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Murphy, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Murphy, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Murphy, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Murphy, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Murphy, 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).
