August weather forecast
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Blue Ridge Acres, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

Blue Ridge Acres's average high-temperature marks a warm 84°F (28.9°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During the August nights, an average temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is observed in Blue Ridge Acres.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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 in Blue Ridge Acres is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Blue Ridge Acres are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Blue Ridge Acres.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Blue Ridge Acres is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Blue Ridge Acres, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Blue Ridge Acres is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Blue Ridge Acres. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Blue Ridge Acres in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Blue Ridge Acres during August are 84°F (28.9°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Blue Ridge Acres?

The average relative humidity in August in Blue Ridge Acres is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Blue Ridge Acres?

The months with the most rainfall in Blue Ridge Acres are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Blue Ridge Acres in August?

In Blue Ridge Acres, West Virginia, in August, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Blue Ridge Acres?

In Blue Ridge Acres, snow does not fall in June through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Blue Ridge Acres?

In Blue Ridge Acres, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Blue Ridge Acres?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Blue Ridge Acres?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Blue Ridge Acres, West Virginia, is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Blue Ridge Acres?

The months with the highest UV index in Blue Ridge Acres, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Blue Ridge Acres?

In Blue Ridge Acres, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average temperature in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average pressure in August - Blue Ridge Acres, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average wind speed in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average humidity in August - Blue Ridge Acres, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average rainfall in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average snowfall in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • 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 months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average UV index in August - Blue Ridge Acres, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Blue Ridge Acres, WV

Average visibility in August - Blue Ridge Acres, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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