August weather forecast
Chantilly, VA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Chantilly, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

Chantilly's August reports an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. Chantilly records a consistent low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Chantilly.

Daylight

In Chantilly, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August in Chantilly, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chantilly, Virginia. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Chantilly during August?

In August, in Chantilly, the average high-temperature is 85.6°F (29.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Chantilly?

The average relative humidity in August in Chantilly is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Chantilly?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chantilly in August?

In Chantilly, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Chantilly?

In Chantilly, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Chantilly have in August?

The average day length in August in Chantilly is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Chantilly?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Chantilly?

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

When is the highest UV index in Chantilly?

The months with the highest UV index in Chantilly, Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Chantilly?

In Chantilly, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Chantilly, VA

Average temperature in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Chantilly, VA

Average pressure in August - Chantilly, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Chantilly, VA

Average wind speed in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Chantilly, VA

Average humidity in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Chantilly, VA

Average rainfall in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Chantilly, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Chantilly, VA

Average snowfall in August - Chantilly, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Chantilly, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chantilly, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Chantilly, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Chantilly, VA

Average UV index in August - Chantilly, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Chantilly, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Chantilly, VA

Average visibility in August - Chantilly, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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