August weather forecastChilhowie, VA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Chilhowie, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 80.6°F (27°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).Temperature
August brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C) from July's 81.3°F (27.4°C) in Chilhowie's average high-temperatures. Chilhowie registers a pronounced decline from daytime peak temperatures, averaging a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) lows in August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. 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. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Chilhowie, in August, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.6 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Chilhowie, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Chilhowie, 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
Chilhowie, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Chilhowie, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in August
Chilhowie, 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).
