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
The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely mirroring July's climate. A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C).Heat index
The heat index value for August is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Carterton, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carterton, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Carterton.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 32min.On the first day of August in Carterton, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Carterton. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Carterton, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Carterton, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carterton, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Carterton, VA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Carterton, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Carterton, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carterton, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carterton, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Carterton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carterton, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 10 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Carterton, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Carterton, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Carterton, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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