August weather forecast
Hope, AR

The weather in August in Hope, Arkansas, sees a trivial decline in temperatures, making it slightly less hot than July. The city continues to receive approximately the same amount of rainfall, keeping the atmosphere relatively fresh. Despite being in the latter part of summer, humidity continues to dwindle, hitting a monthly low at 70%. As August makes way for September, the city begins preparing for the upcoming fall season with dropping temperatures.

Temperature

Hope's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still tropical 93°F (33.9°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) is recorded during the nights in August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a burning hot 114.8°F (46°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Hope, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hope, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

In Hope, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Hope, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Hope.

UV index

In Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.