August weather forecast
White Post, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in White Post, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

As August takes its course, White Post's average high-temperature registers at a moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. White Post's August nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In White Post, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In White Post, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In White Post, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In White Post, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August in White Post, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in White Post in August?

August temperatures in White Post vary between a high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in White Post?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in White Post in August?

In White Post, Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in White Post?

In White Post, Virginia, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does White Post have in August?

In August, the average day length in White Post is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in White Post?

On the first day of August in White Post, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does White Post have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in White Post is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in White Post?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in White Post, Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in August in White Post?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in White Post is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
White Post, VA

Average temperature in August - White Post, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
White Post, VA

Average pressure in August - White Post, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
White Post, VA

Average wind speed in August - White Post, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
White Post, VA

Average humidity in August - White Post, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
White Post, VA

Average rainfall in August - White Post, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
White Post, VA

Average rainfall days in August - White Post, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
White Post, VA

Average snowfall in August - White Post, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
White Post, VA

Average snowfall days in August - White Post, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
White Post, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
White Post, VA

Average sunshine days in August - White Post, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in August
White Post, VA

Average UV index in August - White Post, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
White Post, VA

Average cloud cover in August - White Post, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
White Post, VA

Average visibility in August - White Post, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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