August weather forecast
Prairietown, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Prairietown, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.4°F (16.9°C) and max 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

Prairietown, West Virginia, starts August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. Prairietown anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during August nights, with an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In August, in Prairietown, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prairietown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Prairietown, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Prairietown. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Prairietown?

August temperatures in Prairietown vary between a high-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C) and a low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Prairietown?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, August is the least humid month in Prairietown.

What is the average humidity in August in Prairietown?

The average relative humidity in August in Prairietown, West Virginia, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Prairietown?

In Prairietown, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Prairietown?

May through September are months without snowfall in Prairietown, West Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Prairietown have in August?

The average day length in August in Prairietown, West Virginia, is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Prairietown?

On the first day of August in Prairietown, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Prairietown?

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Prairietown, West Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in August in Prairietown?

The average sunshine duration in August in Prairietown is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Prairietown?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Prairietown?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Prairietown is 6. A UV Index reading 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
Prairietown, WV

Average temperature in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Prairietown, WV

Average pressure in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Prairietown, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Prairietown, WV

Average humidity in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Prairietown, WV

Average rainfall in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Prairietown, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Prairietown, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Prairietown, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Prairietown, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Prairietown, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Prairietown, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Prairietown, WV

Average UV index in August - Prairietown, 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
Prairietown, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Prairietown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Prairietown, WV

Average visibility in August - Prairietown, 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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