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
The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Macon registers a consistent average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) during August.Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
In Macon, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Macon.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Macon is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Macon, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Macon is 10.2h.UV index
In Macon, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Macon, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Macon, VA
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Macon, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Macon, VA
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Macon, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Macon, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Macon, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Macon, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Macon, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Macon, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Macon, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Macon, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Macon, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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