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
Smithfield's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), showing minor disparity from July's 83.1°F (28.4°C). Smithfield logs a considerable temperature decrease from the daytime highs during the nights in August, with an average reading of 59.2°F (15.1°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Smithfield, during August, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, there are 188.6 rainfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Smithfield, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Smithfield is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:54 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 in Smithfield is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Smithfield, 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: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Smithfield, WV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May 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
Smithfield, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in August
Smithfield, 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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