August weather forecastSouth Bend, TX
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in South Bend, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 96.8°F (36°C).Temperature
South Bend records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 96.8°F (36°C) and a low of 75.4°F (24.1°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a blistering 109.4°F (43°C). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 50%, August is the least humid month in South Bend.Rainfall
In South Bend, during August, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Bend, there are 108.8 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of August, in South Bend, Texas, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
South Bend, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 96.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (55.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in August
South Bend, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
South Bend, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
South Bend, TX
- Average humidity in August: 50%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).
Average rainfall in August
South Bend, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
South Bend, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
South Bend, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
South Bend, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
South Bend, 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: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
South Bend, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).
Average UV index in August
South Bend, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
South Bend, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in August
South Bend, 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).
