August weather forecastBerkeley, WV
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Berkeley, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average high of 84.2°F (29°C).Temperature
With August's advent, Berkeley sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), subtly shifted from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). August's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 62.6°F (17°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, in Berkeley, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Berkeley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Berkeley, West Virginia, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Berkeley, the average sunshine in August 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 the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°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).
Average pressure in August
Berkeley, WV
- 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).
Average wind speed in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Berkeley, WV
- 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Berkeley, WV
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).
