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 advent presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Sandstone's temperature exhibits a stark contrast from daytime to nighttime, averaging lows of 56.5°F (13.6°C) in August.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Sandstone is 79%.Rainfall
In Sandstone, during August, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandstone, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Sandstone.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Sandstone is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August in Sandstone, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Sandstone are June through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandstone is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average pressure in August: 30.03"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).
Average wind speed in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sandstone, 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: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).
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