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
August's onset sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. With a notable disparity from daily peak temperatures, the average low-temperature in Ripley Landing settles at a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) throughout August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is estimated at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Ripley Landing, West Virginia, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ripley Landing, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Ripley Landing.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
May 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 ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Ripley Landing?
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Average temperature in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°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 (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ripley Landing, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ripley Landing, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Ripley Landing, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Ripley Landing, 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).
Average visibility in August
Ripley Landing, 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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