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 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
Gilchrist's warmest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 90.9°F (32.7°C) and lows of 78.1°F (25.6°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout August, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through August, October and November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Gilchrist is 13h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Gilchrist is August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 78.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gilchrist, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Gilchrist, TX
- 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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