August weather forecast
Greensburg, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Greensburg, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

Greensburg's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. In the month of August, the average temperature in Greensburg dips to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In Greensburg, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, in Greensburg, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Greensburg, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, in Greensburg, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Greensburg, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Greensburg?

In Greensburg, in August, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Greensburg?

In August, the average relative humidity in Greensburg is 75%.

How much does it rain in Greensburg in August?

In Greensburg, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Greensburg?

June through October are months without snowfall in Greensburg, West Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Greensburg have in August?

The average day length in August in Greensburg, West Virginia, is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Greensburg?

On the first day of August in Greensburg, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Greensburg have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Greensburg?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Greensburg, West Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in August in Greensburg?

In Greensburg, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Greensburg, WV

Average temperature in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Greensburg, WV

Average pressure in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Greensburg, WV

Average wind speed in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Greensburg, WV

Average humidity in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Greensburg, WV

Average rainfall in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.39"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in August
Greensburg, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Greensburg, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Greensburg, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Greensburg, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Greensburg, WV

Average UV index in August - Greensburg, 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
Greensburg, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Greensburg, WV

Average visibility in August - Greensburg, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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