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 arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), nearly identical to July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). Osgood registers a significant drop in temperature in August, with average nighttime lows of 58.6°F (14.8°C).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Osgood, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Osgood.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Osgood, West Virginia, is 13h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, in Osgood, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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What month has the most sunshine in Osgood?
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Average temperature in August
Osgood, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Osgood, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Osgood, 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
Osgood, WV
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Osgood, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Osgood, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Osgood, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Osgood, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Osgood, 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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Osgood, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Osgood, WV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Osgood, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in August
Osgood, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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