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 arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), nearly identical to July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is expected.Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The wettest months are May and August, with an average 3.35" (85mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of August, in Philomont, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Philomont. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Average temperature in August
Philomont, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Philomont, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30"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
Philomont, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Philomont, VA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Philomont, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.35"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Philomont, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Philomont, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Philomont, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Philomont, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Philomont, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Philomont, 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
Philomont, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Philomont, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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