August weather forecastValras-Plage, France

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Valras-Plage, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

Valras-Plage experiences the peak of its temperatures in July and August, when the average high-temperatures rise to 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. 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', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 62%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Valras-Plage, snow does not fall in January, April through December.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Valras-Plage.
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Valras-Plage, France, is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of August, in Valras-Plage, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 20:23 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Valras-Plage is 11h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Valras-Plage, France. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

During July and August, Valras-Plage experiences its average highest temperatures, peaking at 28.1°C (82.6°F).

The high-temperature, in August, in Valras-Plage, records 28.1°C (82.6°F), while the low-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

The average relative humidity in August in Valras-Plage is 62%.

August is the month with the least rainfall in Valras-Plage. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

In Valras-Plage, during August, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

In Valras-Plage, snow does not fall in January, April through December.

The months with the warmest seawater are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

In Valras-Plage, the average seawater temperature in August is 20.8°C (69.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in August in Valras-Plage, France, is 13h and 55min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 20:23 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in August in Valras-Plage is 11h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average humidity in August: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (62%).

Average rainfall in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average rainfall in August: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Valras-Plage, 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 sea temperature in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average sea temperature in August: 20.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.3°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Valras-Plage, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Valras-Plage, 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
Valras-Plage, France

  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Valras-Plage, 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).