August weather forecast
West Jefferson, NC

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Jefferson, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.2°F (26.2°C) and min 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.2°F (26.2°C), closely related to the 80.4°F (26.9°C) observed in July. During August, the average low-temperature is a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

In West Jefferson, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In West Jefferson, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Jefferson, North Carolina, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In West Jefferson, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Jefferson in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in West Jefferson, is 79.2°F (26.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Jefferson?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in West Jefferson?

In West Jefferson, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Jefferson?

June through September are months without snowfall in West Jefferson, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in August in West Jefferson?

In West Jefferson, North Carolina, the average day length in August is 13h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in West Jefferson?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Jefferson have in August?

In West Jefferson, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in West Jefferson?

The months with the highest UV index in West Jefferson, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in West Jefferson?

In West Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average temperature in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average pressure in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average wind speed in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average humidity in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall days in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall days in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Jefferson, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average sunshine days in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average UV index in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average cloud cover in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
West Jefferson, NC

Average visibility in August - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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