August weather forecast
Bolivar, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bolivar, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.1°F (17.3°C) and max 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

Bolivar commences August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. The temperature dips to an average of 63.1°F (17.3°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bolivar. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Bolivar, records 84°F (28.9°C), while the low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Bolivar, West Virginia, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Bolivar have in August?

In Bolivar, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bolivar have in August?

In Bolivar, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months 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 August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bolivar, WV

Average temperature in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Bolivar, WV

Average pressure in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
Bolivar, WV

Average wind speed in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Bolivar, WV

Average humidity in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

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

Average rainfall in August
Bolivar, WV

Average rainfall in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Bolivar, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bolivar, WV

Average snowfall in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bolivar, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bolivar, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bolivar, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Bolivar, WV

Average UV index in August - Bolivar, WV
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Bolivar, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Bolivar, WV

Average visibility in August - Bolivar, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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