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 weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 59.9°F (15.5°C) during August nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
August is the least humid month in Friendly, West Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Friendly, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Friendly, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Friendly, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August in Friendly, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Friendly, West Virginia, is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Friendly, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Friendly, 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
Friendly, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Friendly, WV
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Friendly, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Friendly, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Friendly, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Friendly, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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
Friendly, 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 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Friendly, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Friendly, WV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Friendly, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Friendly, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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