August weather forecastRivesaltes, France

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rivesaltes, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and an average low of 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

Rivesaltes ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In August, Rivesaltes experiences an average nighttime temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 64%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout August, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rivesaltes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.2 days and collects up to 414mm (16.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rivesaltes, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 20:24 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

In Rivesaltes, 27.1°C (80.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 19°C (66.2°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Rivesaltes, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

In Rivesaltes, in August, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.

In Rivesaltes, snow does not fall in March through December.

In Rivesaltes, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 20:24 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Rivesaltes is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average wind speed in August: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13km/h).

Average humidity in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average rainfall in August: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Rivesaltes, France

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).