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
As July transitions into August, the average high-temperature in Gainesville rests at a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During the month of August, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Gainesville, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Gainesville, Virginia.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Gainesville, Virginia, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. 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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Average temperature in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 85.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Gainesville, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Gainesville, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Gainesville, 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).
Average visibility in August
Gainesville, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and December (5mi).
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