August weather forecastPoint Comfort, TX
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Point Comfort, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 90.7°F (32.6°C).Temperature
August, with an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C) and a low of 79.3°F (26.3°C), signifies the warmest month of the year.Heat index
During August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 109.4°F (43°C). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In Point Comfort, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Comfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Point Comfort, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In Point Comfort, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, in Point Comfort, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (62.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 79.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Point Comfort, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Point Comfort, 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).
