August weather forecast
Chesterfield, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Chesterfield, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.3°F (31.3°C) and min 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Chesterfield experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 90.7°F (32.6°C). During August, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Chesterfield is August, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) 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 6:15 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, in Chesterfield, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Chesterfield. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Chesterfield, is 88.3°F (31.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.9°F (20.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Chesterfield?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Chesterfield, in August, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Chesterfield.

How many hours of daylight does Chesterfield have in August?

In Chesterfield, Virginia, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Chesterfield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Chesterfield, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average pressure in August - Chesterfield, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Chesterfield, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average humidity in August - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Chesterfield, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chesterfield, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average UV index in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Chesterfield, VA

Average visibility in August - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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