August weather forecast
Central Gardens, VA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Central Gardens, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

Central Gardens experiences a minor change to a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. During August, the average low-temperature is recorded at a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 71%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Central Gardens, is 88.3°F (31.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 71%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Central Gardens, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Central Gardens, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average temperature in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average pressure in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average wind speed in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average humidity in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average rainfall in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average snowfall in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Central Gardens, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average UV index in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Central Gardens, VA

Average visibility in August - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and December (5mi).

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