August weather forecastGardanne, France
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Gardanne, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.1°C (66.4°F) and max 29.3°C (84.7°F).Temperature
The warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F), falls in July and August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. 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 essentially critical for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are the least humid months in Gardanne.Rainfall
In Gardanne, in August, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 409mm (16.1") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Gardanne, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 21:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:15 CEST.
Sunshine
In Gardanne, France, the average sunshine in August is 11.6h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Gardanne. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gardanne, France
- Average high temperature in August: 29.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 19.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Gardanne, France
- Average pressure in August: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1014.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gardanne, France
- Average wind speed in August: 11.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gardanne, France
- Average humidity in August: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (57%).
Average rainfall in August
Gardanne, France
- Average rainfall in August: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (15mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gardanne, France
- Average rainfall days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gardanne, France
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Gardanne, France
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gardanne, France
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gardanne, France
- Average sunshine days in August: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and November (17.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gardanne, France
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gardanne, France
- Average cloud cover in August: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in August
Gardanne, France
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (9km).
