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 beginning signals an average high-temperature of a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C), barely different from July's 86°F (30°C). Thacker sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) on average during August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Thacker are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In August, in Thacker, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Thacker, 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 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Thacker.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in August
Thacker, 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).
Average pressure in August
Thacker, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Thacker, 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).
Average humidity in August
Thacker, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Thacker, 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").
Average rainfall days in August
Thacker, 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).
Average snowfall in August
Thacker, 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Thacker, 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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Thacker, 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).
Average sunshine days in August
Thacker, 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).
Average UV index in August
Thacker, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Thacker, 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).
Average visibility in August
Thacker, 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).
Thacker, West Virginia, USA
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