August weather forecastAltamura, Italy
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Altamura, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).Temperature
The warmest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 50%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Altamura, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 20:09. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:27 CEST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average high temperature in August: 31.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average wind speed in August: 10.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average humidity in August: 50%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (49%).
Average rainfall in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average rainfall in August: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (24mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average rainfall days in August: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 12h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Altamura, Italy
- Average sunshine days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Altamura, Italy
- 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Altamura, Italy
- 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
Altamura, Italy
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April and November (9km).
