August weather forecast
Cool Ridge, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Cool Ridge, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.4°F (14.1°C) and max 80.4°F (26.9°C).

Temperature

August's presence records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C), closely mirroring July's climate. A striking difference from the daytime highs is registered during August nights, with an average temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cool Ridge, in August, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.1 rainfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Cool Ridge, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Cool Ridge are June through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and a low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in August?

In Cool Ridge, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Cool Ridge, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Cool Ridge, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

June through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cool Ridge have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Cool Ridge is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average temperature in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°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 (37°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 (23.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average pressure in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • 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
Cool Ridge, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average humidity in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average rainfall in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cool Ridge, WV

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Cool Ridge, WV

Average UV index in August - Cool Ridge, 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 - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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