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 onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still warm 84°F (28.9°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Buena Vista observes a substantial disparity between daytime high and the average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during August nights.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Buena Vista, Virginia, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buena Vista, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Buena Vista, Virginia, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 84°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 (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Buena Vista, VA
- 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Buena Vista, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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