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
The average high-temperature for August is a still hot 87.1°F (30.6°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. In August, Gholsonville experiences an average nighttime temperature of 68°F (20°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Gholsonville is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Gholsonville. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Gholsonville, Virginia, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Gholsonville is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Gholsonville, Virginia, is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Gholsonville. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Gholsonville, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gholsonville, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gholsonville, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Gholsonville, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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