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
The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C), hardly deviating from July. Ben Hur receives a consistent average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in August, a substantial dip from the day's heat.Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
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. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Ben Hur, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ben Hur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.3 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ben Hur, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Ben Hur, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Ben Hur, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ben Hur, Virginia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in August
Ben Hur, VA
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ben Hur, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Ben Hur, VA
- 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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