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 beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 84.6°F (29.2°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. The temperature in Hillsboro dips to an average of 64°F (17.8°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humidity
In Hillsboro, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Hillsboro are May and August, with an average 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Hillsboro.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Hillsboro, Virginia, is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Hillsboro, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30"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
Hillsboro, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.35"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Hillsboro, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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