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 arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), hardly different from the previous month. Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Foraker, Virginia, in August, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Foraker, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Foraker.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Foraker, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Foraker. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Foraker, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Foraker, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Foraker, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Foraker, VA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Foraker, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Foraker, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Foraker, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Foraker, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Foraker, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Foraker, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Foraker, 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
Foraker, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Foraker, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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