August weather forecast
Rawl, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rawl, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

Rawl, West Virginia, registers an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. Despite the high peak temperatures, Rawl witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. 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. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Rawl, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rawl, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Rawl.

Daylight

In Rawl, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rawl. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Rawl in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Rawl, is 84.4°F (29.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Rawl?

The months with the lowest humidity in Rawl are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August in Rawl?

In August, the average relative humidity in Rawl, West Virginia, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Rawl?

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rawl?

June through September are months without snowfall in Rawl.

How many hours of daylight does Rawl have in August?

In Rawl, West Virginia, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Rawl?

On the first day of August in Rawl, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Rawl?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Rawl have in August?

In Rawl, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Rawl?

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Rawl?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rawl is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rawl, WV

Average temperature in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rawl, WV

Average pressure in August - Rawl, 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
Rawl, WV

Average wind speed in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rawl, WV

Average humidity in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rawl, WV

Average rainfall in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rawl, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rawl, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rawl, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Rawl, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rawl, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Rawl, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rawl, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Rawl, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Rawl, WV

Average visibility in August - Rawl, 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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