August weather forecastUpper Whitman, WV
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Upper Whitman, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C).Temperature
Upper Whitman registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.7°F (29.3°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. In August, Upper Whitman experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Upper Whitman.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Upper Whitman, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Upper Whitman, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Upper Whitman is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Upper Whitman, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Upper Whitman is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Upper Whitman, 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
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Upper Whitman, 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
Upper Whitman, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Upper Whitman, 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).
