August weather forecastAlvord, WV

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Alvord, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and an average high of 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

Alvord signifies an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C) in August, closely mirroring the 85.5°F (29.7°C) of July. August nights report a substantial dip from daytime highs to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are June and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alvord, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.1 days and collects up to 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Alvord, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.4°F (29.1°C) and a low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

June and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

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

In August, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

June through September are months without snowfall in Alvord.

In Alvord, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

85.5°F

84.4°F

77.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.7mph

4.5mph

4.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.7

16.3

14.2

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.3

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Alvord, WV

Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Alvord, WV

Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Alvord, WV

Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Alvord, WV

Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Alvord, WV

Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Alvord, WV

Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alvord, WV

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Alvord, WV

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alvord, WV

Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min

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 30min).

Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alvord, WV

Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Alvord, WV

Average UV index in August: 6

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