August weather forecast
Raphine, VA

Share

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Raphine, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 81.9°F (27.7°C).

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a still warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) from July's 84°F (28.9°C) in Raphine's average high-temperatures. The month of August records an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in Raphine.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 especially vital to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Raphine is 76%.

Rainfall

In Raphine, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Raphine, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Raphine is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In Raphine, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Raphine in August?

The high-temperature in Raphine, Virginia, during August is 81.9°F (27.7°C) and the low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Raphine?

In August, the average relative humidity in Raphine, Virginia, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Raphine?

In Raphine, Virginia, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Raphine?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Raphine?

The average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Raphine?

On the first day of August in Raphine, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Raphine have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Raphine is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Raphine?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Raphine, Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Raphine, VA

Average temperature in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in August
Raphine, VA

Average pressure in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in August
Raphine, VA

Average wind speed in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in August
Raphine, VA

Average humidity in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in August
Raphine, VA

Average rainfall in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in August
Raphine, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in August
Raphine, VA

Average snowfall in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in August
Raphine, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Raphine, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in August
Raphine, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in August
Raphine, VA

Average UV index in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in August
Raphine, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

[Resources]

Average visibility in August
Raphine, VA

Average visibility in August - Raphine, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

[Resources]

Raphine, Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location