August weather forecastGlen, WV

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Glen, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). During August nights, Glen documents a marked contrast from daily highs, with an average temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Glen are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Glen, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glen, West Virginia, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Glen is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Glen, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Glen, West Virginia.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Glen, West Virginia, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Glen, is 82.8°F (28.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

The months with the lowest humidity are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

The average relative humidity in August in Glen is 77%.

In Glen, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Glen, West Virginia, snow does not fall in June through September.

In August, the average day length in Glen, West Virginia, is 13h and 37min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

August has the most sunshine of the year in Glen, West Virginia, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate 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

83.8°F

82.8°F

76.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.8mph

4.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.8

16.6

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.5

12.5

11.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Glen, WV

Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Glen, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Glen, WV

Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Glen, WV

Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Glen, WV

Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
Glen, WV

Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Glen, WV

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Glen, WV

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Glen, WV

Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min

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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Glen, WV

Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Glen, 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 and December (UV index 2).