August weather forecast
Rollins Fork, VA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Rollins Fork, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 67.8°F (19.9°C) and max 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

Rollins Fork's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a warm 85.5°F (29.7°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 95°F (35°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Rollins Fork are July and August, with an average 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of August in Rollins Fork, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rollins Fork, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Rollins Fork, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Rollins Fork have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rollins Fork have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average temperature in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average pressure in August - Rollins Fork, 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
Rollins Fork, VA

Average wind speed in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average humidity in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average rainfall in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average snowfall in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Rollins Fork, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rollins Fork, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Rollins Fork, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average UV index in August - Rollins Fork, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Rollins Fork, 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 31).

Average visibility in August
Rollins Fork, VA

Average visibility in August - Rollins Fork, 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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