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 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
Ark, Virginia, indicates an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 88.5°F (31.4°C). Ark experiences a mean low-temperature of 69.8°F (21°C) during August.Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
In Ark, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Ark is 13h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Ark is 10.5h.UV index
June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ark. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Ark, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Ark, VA
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ark, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Ark, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Ark, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Ark, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ark, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ark, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ark, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ark, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Ark, VA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ark, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Ark, VA
- 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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