August weather forecast
Gillman Bottom, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Gillman Bottom, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

Gillman Bottom experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C) in August, closely aligned with July's 83.5°F (28.6°C). August nights show a substantial disparity from the daytime peak with an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Gillman Bottom, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gillman Bottom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gillman Bottom, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and a low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Gillman Bottom, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gillman Bottom?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gillman Bottom have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Gillman Bottom, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average temperature in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°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 (24.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average pressure in August - Gillman Bottom, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average wind speed in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average humidity in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average rainfall in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average snowfall in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average snowfall days in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gillman Bottom, 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: 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average UV index in August - Gillman Bottom, 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
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Gillman Bottom, WV

Average visibility in August - Gillman Bottom, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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