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
August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86°F (30°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. August sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Pohick, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Pohick, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through November.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Pohick, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. 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.
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Average temperature in August
Pohick, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 86°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Pohick, 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
Pohick, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Pohick, VA
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Pohick, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.86"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Pohick, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pohick, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pohick, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Pohick, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pohick, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Pohick, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Pohick, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Pohick, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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