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
August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), showing little deviation from July. Despite the intense daytime heat, Dorter Mill sustains a steady low-temperature average of 60.6°F (15.9°C) during August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Humidity
June through September and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In August, in Dorter Mill, Virginia, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.6 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Dorter Mill is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading 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:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
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When it does not snow in Dorter Mill?
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What is the UV index intensity in August in Dorter Mill?
Average temperature in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"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
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and November (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Dorter Mill, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).
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