August weather forecast
Canvas, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Canvas, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 80.6°F (27°C), showing little difference from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Canvas's nights in August are distinguished by a pronounced temperature shift from the day, with an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Canvas, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Canvas, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, in Canvas, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Canvas, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Canvas is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Canvas?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Canvas, is 80.6°F (27°C) and the average low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Canvas?

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Canvas.

What is the average humidity in August in Canvas?

In August, the average relative humidity in Canvas, West Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Canvas in August?

In August, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Canvas?

June through September are months without snowfall in Canvas, West Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in August in Canvas?

The average day length in August is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Canvas?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canvas, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Canvas?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Canvas, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Canvas have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Canvas, West Virginia, is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Canvas?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Canvas is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Canvas, WV

Average temperature in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Canvas, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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