August weather forecast
Mount Heron, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Mount Heron, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 81.7°F (27.6°C).

Temperature

Mount Heron, Virginia, sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. Throughout the month of August, Mount Heron observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. 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. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Mount Heron is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mount Heron, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Mount Heron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mount Heron, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Mount Heron, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, in Mount Heron, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Mount Heron are June through August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mount Heron are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Mount Heron?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Heron, Virginia, during August are 81.7°F (27.6°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mount Heron?

In Mount Heron, Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Mount Heron?

In Mount Heron, in August, during 14.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mount Heron?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Heron have in August?

In August, the average day length in Mount Heron is 13h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mount Heron?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Heron, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Mount Heron?

June through August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Mount Heron?

In Mount Heron, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mount Heron?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Mount Heron?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Heron, Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average temperature in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average pressure in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average wind speed in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average humidity in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average rainfall in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average snowfall in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mount Heron, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average UV index in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

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 37).

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Average visibility in August
Mount Heron, VA

Average visibility in August - Mount Heron, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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