August weather forecast
Fairlea, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Fairlea, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.5°F (26.4°C) and min 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. Fairlea, during the nights of August, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Fairlea, in August, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairlea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 33.31" (846mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fairlea, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairlea in August?

In Fairlea, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.5°F (26.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Fairlea, in August, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairlea have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Fairlea?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fairlea, WV

Average temperature in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Fairlea, WV

Average pressure in August - Fairlea, 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
Fairlea, WV

Average wind speed in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4mph

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 (4mph).

Average humidity in August
Fairlea, WV

Average humidity in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairlea, WV

Average rainfall in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Fairlea, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairlea, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fairlea, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairlea, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairlea, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairlea, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairlea, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in August
Fairlea, WV

Average visibility in August - Fairlea, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

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

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