August weather forecast
Beckley, WV

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Weather in August

In Beckley, August is a sign of summer reaching its impending closure. The weather remains hot yet starts hinting at a more relaxed climate towards the latter part of the month. Rainfall moderately increases, marking the subtle transition. Vegetation starts showing signs of maturity, aiding in painting a sublime late-summer landscape. The cooling trend advances with slower winds and a gradual decline in sunlight hours.

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Beckley sees a consistent average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) in August, indicating a substantial decrease from the day's temperature.

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Beckley, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beckley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Beckley, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Beckley. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Beckley?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Beckley, West Virginia, are 81°F (27.2°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Beckley?

April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Beckley, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in August in Beckley?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Beckley in August?

In Beckley, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Beckley?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

In August, the average day length in Beckley, West Virginia, is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Beckley?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Beckley?

The month with the most sunshine in Beckley, West Virginia, is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Beckley?

In Beckley, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Beckley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Beckley?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Beckley, West Virginia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Beckley, WV

Average temperature in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Beckley, WV

Average pressure in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Beckley, WV

Average wind speed in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Beckley, WV

Average humidity in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Beckley, WV

Average snowfall in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Beckley, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 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
Beckley, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Beckley, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Beckley, WV

Average UV index in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Beckley, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
Beckley, WV

Average visibility in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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