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
August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 86.9°F (30.5°C) from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). In the month of August, the average temperature dips to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) during the night.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Skippers is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Skippers are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Average temperature in August
Skippers, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Skippers, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Skippers, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Skippers, VA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April, July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Skippers, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Skippers, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Skippers, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Skippers, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Skippers, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Skippers, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Skippers, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Skippers, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Skippers, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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