August is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Texas. August is an excellent month for swimming in Texas with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Texas in the months of May, June, August, October, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Texas in August is 33°. The average maximum temperature is 33° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in Texas in August is 30°. The average temperature ranges is 29° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Texas in August is 27°. The minimum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Texas in August are 13.1 and there are 7.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Texas in August is typically 11.9 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Texas in August is 28.3° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Texas in August is 2cm and on average there are 5.4 rainy days in August making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Texas in August is 26° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 26° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Texas in August is typically 90.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.6% in the previous month and 90.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Texas in August is typically 75.7%. The average relative humidity is 78.3% in the previous month and 75.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Texas in August is typically 31kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 31kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Texas in August is typically 16kmh. The average wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Texas in August is from the South East.
