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
Shortt Gap starts August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C), a minor shift from July's 82.6°F (28.1°C). With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C) in August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Shortt Gap is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout August, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shortt Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Shortt Gap, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Average temperature in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Shortt Gap, 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
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").
Average rainfall days in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shortt Gap, 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: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Shortt Gap, 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
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
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 37).
Average visibility in August
Shortt Gap, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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