August weather forecastSumène, France

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Sumène, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Temperature

In August, Sumène notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Sumène anticipates a pronounced temperature drop from daily highs during the nights of August, with an average low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Sumène, France, in August, during 7.3 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sumène, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 20:22 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Sumène, 29.2°C (84.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.3°C (61.3°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Sumène, France, is 58%.

In Sumène, in August, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.

April through November are months without snowfall in Sumène.

In Sumène, the average day length in August is 13h and 58min.

On the first day of August in Sumène, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 20:22 CEST.

In Sumène, France, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.2h.

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

In Sumène, France, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sumène, France

  • Average high temperature in August: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Sumène, France

  • Average pressure in August: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sumène, France

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sumène, France

  • Average humidity in August: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

Average rainfall in August
Sumène, France

  • Average rainfall in August: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (20mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sumène, France

  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sumène, France

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Sumène, France

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 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
Sumène, France

  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sumène, France

  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (14 days).

Average UV index in August
Sumène, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Sumène, France

  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Sumène, France

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).