August weather forecastNelson, VA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Nelson, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.8°F (31°C) and min 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
Nelson's average high-temperature in August sits at a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), showing little difference from the previous month. Throughout the month of August, the average temperature in Nelson, Virginia, dips to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C) at night.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 102.2°F (39°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In Nelson, Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Nelson, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Nelson, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Nelson, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Nelson, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Nelson, VA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Nelson, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Nelson, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Nelson, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Nelson, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Nelson, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Nelson, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Nelson, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Nelson, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
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
Nelson, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
