Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C), nearly identical to July's 82.6°F (28.1°C). Cheat Lake marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) at night throughout August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Cheat Lake, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cheat Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Cheat Lake.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August in Cheat Lake, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In Cheat Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Cheat Lake, 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
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cheat Lake, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).
Average sunshine days in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Cheat Lake, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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