August weather forecastChurchville, WV

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Churchville, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.4°F (28°C) and min 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.4°F (28°C), bearing a close resemblance to July. The average low-temperature reading in August for Churchville reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, August is the least humid month in Churchville.

Rainfall

In Churchville, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Churchville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May, July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Aug 9, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Churchville, records 82.4°F (28°C), while the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

In August, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 39min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Churchville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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

83.7°F

82.4°F

76.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.8mph

4.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

15.8

13.2

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.3

12.6

13.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Churchville, WV

Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Churchville, WV

Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Churchville, WV

Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Churchville, WV

Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Churchville, WV

Average rainfall in August: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in August
Churchville, WV

Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Churchville, WV

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Churchville, WV

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Churchville, 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 30min).

Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Churchville, WV

Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Churchville, WV

Average UV index in August: 6

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