August weather forecast
Royal City, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Royal City, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, the average high-temperature rests at a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Nightfall in August introduces a considerable dip in temperature in Royal City, settling at an average of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Royal City is 77%.

Rainfall

In Royal City, in August, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Royal City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Royal City, is 82.8°F (28.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Royal City, during August, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Royal City have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Royal City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Royal City 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 reading in August?

In Royal City, the average daily maximum UV index in August 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
Royal City, VA

Average temperature in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Royal City, VA

Average pressure in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Royal City, VA

Average wind speed in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Royal City, VA

Average humidity in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Royal City, VA

Average rainfall in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Royal City, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Royal City, VA

Average snowfall in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Royal City, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Royal City, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Royal City, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Royal City, VA

Average UV index in August - Royal City, 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
Royal City, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Royal City, VA

Average visibility in August - Royal City, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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