August weather forecast
Burkes Tavern, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Burkes Tavern, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 87.4°F (30.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), subtly different from July's 90°F (32.2°C). Burkes Tavern reports a consistent average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) throughout August nights.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Burkes Tavern, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Burkes Tavern, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Burkes Tavern, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Burkes Tavern, Virginia, is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Burkes Tavern, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Burkes Tavern is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Burkes Tavern. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Burkes Tavern during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Burkes Tavern, is 87.4°F (30.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Burkes Tavern?

The average relative humidity in August in Burkes Tavern, Virginia, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Burkes Tavern in August?

In Burkes Tavern, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Burkes Tavern?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Burkes Tavern have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Burkes Tavern?

On the first day of August in Burkes Tavern, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Burkes Tavern?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Burkes Tavern is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Burkes Tavern?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Burkes Tavern.

How high is the UV index in August in Burkes Tavern?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Burkes Tavern, Virginia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average temperature in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average pressure in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average wind speed in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average humidity in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average rainfall in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average snowfall in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

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Average UV index in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average UV index in August - Burkes Tavern, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Burkes Tavern, VA

Average visibility in August - Burkes Tavern, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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