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
Dorothy, West Virginia, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in Dorothy exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during August, averaging at a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Dorothy are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Dorothy, in August, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dorothy, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dorothy, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Dorothy is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August in Dorothy, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
August is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dorothy, 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
Dorothy, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").
Average rainfall days in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dorothy, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in August
Dorothy, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and September (4mi).
Dorothy, West Virginia, USA
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