August weather forecastArta, Greece

August

Weather in August

Despite the slight dip in temperatures, from 29.7°C (85.5°F) to 30.5°C (86.9°F), August is another hot month in Arta, Greece. The minimal rain, decreased cloud cover and a humidity level of 54% are the major weather characteristics this month. Exploring outdoors is comfortably feasible with a visibility of 10km (6.2mi) and the calm wind speeds. August is a continuation of the steady, warm, summer weather experienced in Arta.

Temperature

August registers as the month with the highest average temperatures in Arta, reaching 30.5°C (86.9°F) at its peak and 19.1°C (66.4°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 54%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Arta.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 20:47. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 20:08 EEST.

Sunshine

In Arta, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In Arta, August is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

August temperatures in Arta vary between a high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 54%, August is the least humid month in Arta, Greece.

In August, the average relative humidity is 54%.

August is the month with the least rainfall in Arta. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

In Arta, in August, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.

In Arta, snow does not fall in April through October.

The average day length in August in Arta, Greece, is 13h and 40min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 20:47. On the last day of the month, in Arta, Greece, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 20:08 EEST.

The average sunshine duration in August in Arta, Greece, is 11.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Arta is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average humidity in August: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average rainfall in August: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (101mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (17mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average rainfall days in August: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 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
Arta, Greece

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Arta, Greece

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (9km).