August weather forecast
Estep, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Estep, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 84°F (28.9°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Estep, West Virginia, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 84°F (28.9°C) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. In August, Estep endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Estep.

Rainfall

In Estep, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Estep, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Estep, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Estep. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Estep?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Estep, West Virginia, during August are 84°F (28.9°C) and 61°F (16.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Estep?

The months with the lowest humidity in Estep are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in August in Estep?

The average relative humidity in August in Estep is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Estep?

In Estep, West Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Estep?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Estep have in August?

In Estep, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Estep?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Estep?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Estep?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Estep?

The months with the highest UV index in Estep, West Virginia, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Estep?

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

Average temperature in August - Estep, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Estep, WV

Average pressure in August - Estep, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"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
Estep, WV

Average wind speed in August - Estep, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Estep, WV

Average humidity in August - Estep, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Estep, WV

Average rainfall in August - Estep, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Estep, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Estep, WV

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Estep, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Estep, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Estep, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Estep, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Estep, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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

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

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