August weather forecast
Bridgewater, VA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Bridgewater, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82°F (27.8°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

Bridgewater signifies an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C) in August, closely mirroring the 83.8°F (28.8°C) of July. Bridgewater reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Bridgewater, Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bridgewater, Virginia, in August, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bridgewater, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Bridgewater is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bridgewater, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

In Bridgewater, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Bridgewater?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bridgewater, Virginia, during August are 82°F (27.8°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Bridgewater?

In August, the average relative humidity in Bridgewater, Virginia, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bridgewater in August?

In August, in Bridgewater, Virginia, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout August, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bridgewater?

June through September are months without snowfall in Bridgewater.

What is the average length of the day in August in Bridgewater?

The average day length in August in Bridgewater is 13h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Bridgewater?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Bridgewater?

In Bridgewater, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in August in Bridgewater?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Bridgewater is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average temperature in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average pressure in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average wind speed in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average humidity in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average rainfall in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average snowfall in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Bridgewater, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average UV index in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
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
Bridgewater, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Bridgewater, VA

Average visibility in August - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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