August weather forecast
Mooresville, NC

As the season transitions, August strikes a slightly cooler note when compared with the previous months, with temperatures dipping to 88°F (31.1°C) from July’s peak. However, it surpasses July in terms of total rainfall amount, noting 3.43" (87mm), making it the wettest month. With the highest number of rainfall days at 18 and high humidity, the overall weather bears a slightly moist, humid character. Despite this, sunshine hours remain substantial, suggesting that while there might be rainfall, the month is also generously dotted with bright, sunny periods.

Temperature

Entering August, Mooresville's average high-temperature reads a still hot 88°F (31.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In Mooresville, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Mooresville, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

In Mooresville, during August, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Mooresville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Mooresville is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mooresville, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.