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 sees the average high-temperature at a warm 85.5°F (29.7°C), showing little difference from July's 87.6°F (30.9°C). Richardsville experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) during August nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout August, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richardsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Average temperature in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.6°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 (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Richardsville, 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
Richardsville, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Richardsville, 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 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
Richardsville, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Richardsville, 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
Richardsville, 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 31).
Average visibility in August
Richardsville, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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