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 beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C), barely different from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). In August, Mattaponi's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 68.4°F (20.2°C) during the night.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
In Mattaponi, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Mattaponi is August, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Mattaponi is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, in Mattaponi, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Mattaponi, Virginia, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
In Mattaponi, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is August in Mattaponi?
What is the average humidity in August in Mattaponi?
What is the wettest month in Mattaponi?
How much does it rain in Mattaponi in August?
When it does not snow in Mattaponi?
What is the average length of the day in August in Mattaponi?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Mattaponi?
How long on average sun shines in August in Mattaponi?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Mattaponi?
Average temperature in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.4°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 (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Mattaponi, 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
Mattaponi, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Mattaponi, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Mattaponi, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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