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 beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.8°F (31°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Hanover records an average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
The heat index value for August is evaluated at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 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.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Hanover is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Hanover, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Hanover, VA
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Hanover, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in August
Hanover, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hanover, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hanover, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Hanover, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hanover, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Hanover, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Hanover, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Hanover, 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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