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
As Blue Ridge steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a warm 84.7°F (29.3°C), displaying minor differences from July's 86.9°F (30.5°C). Blue Ridge endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) during August nights.Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Blue Ridge is 75%.Rainfall
In Blue Ridge, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Blue Ridge.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Blue Ridge, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Blue Ridge, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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