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 begins with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, Sanford witnesses an average temperature of 72°F (22.2°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Sanford is 76%.Rainfall
In August, in Sanford, Virginia, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Sanford.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Sanford is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Sanford is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sanford. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Sanford, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Sanford, VA
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sanford, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Sanford, VA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Sanford, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Sanford, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sanford, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sanford, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sanford, 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: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sanford, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Sanford, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Sanford, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Sanford, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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