August weather forecast
Rural Retreat, VA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Rural Retreat, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during August registers at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. August nights see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rural Retreat, in August, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rural Retreat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.9 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rural Retreat, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, in Rural Retreat, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Rural Retreat is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, 80.2°F (26.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.4°F (14.1°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rural Retreat in August?

In Rural Retreat, during August, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, Virginia, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Rural Retreat have in August?

In August, the average day length in Rural Retreat is 13h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Rural Retreat?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rural Retreat, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Rural Retreat?

In Rural Retreat, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rural Retreat?

The months with the highest UV index in Rural Retreat, Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Rural Retreat?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rural Retreat is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average temperature in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average pressure in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

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

Average wind speed in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average wind speed in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average humidity in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average rainfall in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average snowfall in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rural Retreat, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average UV index in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Rural Retreat, VA

Average visibility in August - Rural Retreat, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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