Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still hot 86.7°F (30.4°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Hassell experiences an average low-temperature reading of 69.4°F (20.8°C) throughout August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall in Hassell.Daylight
In Hassell, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of August in Hassell, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Hassell is 10.3h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Hassell is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Hassell, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Hassell, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Hassell, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Hassell, NC
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Hassell, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Hassell, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hassell, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hassell, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Hassell, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hassell, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Hassell, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Hassell, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Hassell, NC
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5mi).
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