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
The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. During the nights in August, Wattsboro observes an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C).Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In Wattsboro, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In Wattsboro, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Wattsboro, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.On the first day of August in Wattsboro, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Wattsboro is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Wattsboro are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Wattsboro during August?
What is the average humidity in August in Wattsboro?
How much does it rain in Wattsboro in August?
When it does not snow in Wattsboro?
How many hours of daylight does Wattsboro have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Wattsboro?
How long on average sun shines in August in Wattsboro?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Wattsboro?
What is the UV index reading in August in Wattsboro?
Average temperature in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Wattsboro, 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
Wattsboro, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wattsboro, 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 and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wattsboro, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Wattsboro, 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
Wattsboro, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Wattsboro, 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).
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