August weather forecast
McCorkle, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in McCorkle, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

McCorkle's average high-temperature in August sits at a still moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C), showing little difference from the previous month. McCorkle anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during August nights, with an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In McCorkle, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McCorkle, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McCorkle, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In McCorkle, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, in McCorkle, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in McCorkle, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in McCorkle in August?

The high-temperature in McCorkle during August is 84°F (28.9°C) and the low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the least humid months in McCorkle?

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

What is the average humidity in August in McCorkle?

In McCorkle, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in McCorkle in August?

In McCorkle, 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 McCorkle?

In McCorkle, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does McCorkle have in August?

The average day length in August in McCorkle, West Virginia, is 13h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in McCorkle?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in McCorkle?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in McCorkle?

In August, the average sunshine duration in McCorkle, West Virginia, is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in McCorkle?

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

How high is the UV index in August in McCorkle?

In McCorkle, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
McCorkle, WV

Average temperature in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average pressure in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average wind speed in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average humidity in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average rainfall in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average rainfall days in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average snowfall in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average snowfall days in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average sunshine days in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average UV index in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average cloud cover in August - McCorkle, 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
McCorkle, WV

Average visibility in August - McCorkle, 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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