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 start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. August witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) in Powhatan.Heat index
The heat index value for August is computed to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) 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 August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Powhatan, 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 (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Powhatan, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Powhatan, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Powhatan, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Powhatan, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Powhatan, 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 31).
Average visibility in August
Powhatan, 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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