August weather forecast
Lexington, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Lexington, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.4°F (30.8°C) and min 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Lexington observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between July's 90.1°F (32.3°C) and August's 87.4°F (30.8°C). In Lexington, August nights cool down to an average of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout August, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, in Lexington, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Lexington is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lexington are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Lexington in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Lexington, is 87.4°F (30.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lexington?

In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in August?

In Lexington, during August, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lexington?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Lexington?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lexington?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lexington, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in August?

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Lexington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Lexington?

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lexington, NC

Average temperature in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lexington, NC

Average pressure in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Lexington, NC

Average wind speed in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lexington, NC

Average humidity in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lexington, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lexington, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lexington, NC

Average UV index in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lexington, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Lexington, NC

Average visibility in August - Lexington, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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