August weather forecastBurke, VA
August
Weather in August
While August perpetuates the summer spell with high temperatures and humidity, it hints at the impending turn of season. The rainfall patterns peak with August, receiving the heaviest precipitation of the year of 3.94" (100mm). Cloud clusters provide intermittent shade, balancing the extended daylight hours. Although August retains the summer heat, breezy evenings offer relief from the day's swelter. This blend of heat, rain, and breezes forms a characteristic sign that the end of summer is nigh.Temperature
Burke sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. In Burke, in August, the average low-temperature is an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Burke, Virginia, is 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Burke.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Burke is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Burke is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Burke are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Burke, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Burke, 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
Burke, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Burke, VA
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Burke, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").
Average rainfall days in August
Burke, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Burke, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Burke, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Burke, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Burke, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Burke, 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
Burke, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Burke, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
