August weather forecast
Lake, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lake, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and an average high of 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

Lake marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), subtly divergent from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). The August nights in Lake bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lake, in August, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Lake, West Virginia, is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August in Lake, West Virginia, 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.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Lake, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Lake during August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 84.7°F (29.3°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Lake?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Lake?

In Lake, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lake?

In Lake, West Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lake?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Lake?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lake?

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 Lake?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lake?

The average sunshine duration in August in Lake, West Virginia, is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Lake is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Lake, WV

Average temperature in August - Lake, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lake, WV

Average pressure in August - Lake, 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
Lake, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lake, WV

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

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

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Average rainfall in August
Lake, WV

Average rainfall in August - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lake, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lake, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lake, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Lake, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lake, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lake, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Lake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lake, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Lake, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in August
Lake, WV

Average visibility in August - Lake, 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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