August weather forecast
Old Gauley, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Old Gauley, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.5°F (14.7°C) and max 81.5°F (27.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Old Gauley notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C), nearly consistent with July's 82.2°F (27.9°C). During August, Old Gauley's temperature records a considerable difference from its daily highs to an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Old Gauley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Old Gauley, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, 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.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Old Gauley?

In Old Gauley, 81.5°F (27.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.5°F (14.7°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Old Gauley?

The average relative humidity in August in Old Gauley, West Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Old Gauley in August?

In Old Gauley, West Virginia, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Old Gauley?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Old Gauley?

In Old Gauley, West Virginia, the average day length in August is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Old Gauley?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 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.

What month has the most sunshine in Old Gauley?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Old Gauley?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Old Gauley?

The months with the highest UV index in Old Gauley are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Old Gauley?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average temperature in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average pressure in August - Old Gauley, 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
Old Gauley, WV

Average wind speed in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average humidity in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Old Gauley, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Old Gauley, 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average UV index in August - Old Gauley, 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
Old Gauley, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Old Gauley, WV

Average visibility in August - Old Gauley, 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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