August weather forecast
Nestlow, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Nestlow, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 84.9°F (29.4°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, the average high-temperature rests at a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. August in Nestlow, West Virginia, witnesses a substantial contrast between the daytime highs and the average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 95°F (35°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, in Nestlow, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nestlow, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Nestlow, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Nestlow is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Nestlow 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Nestlow in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Nestlow, is 84.9°F (29.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Nestlow?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nestlow, West Virginia, are August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August in Nestlow?

In Nestlow, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Nestlow?

In August, in Nestlow, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nestlow?

In Nestlow, West Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Nestlow?

In August, the average day length in Nestlow is 13h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Nestlow?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Nestlow?

The month with the most sunshine in Nestlow, West Virginia, is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Nestlow?

The average sunshine duration in August in Nestlow, West Virginia, is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Nestlow?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Nestlow?

In Nestlow, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Nestlow, WV

Average temperature in August - Nestlow, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.9°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Nestlow, WV

Average pressure in August - Nestlow, 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
Nestlow, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Nestlow, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Nestlow, WV

Average rainfall in August - Nestlow, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in August
Nestlow, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Nestlow, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Nestlow, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Nestlow, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nestlow, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nestlow, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Nestlow, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Nestlow, WV

Average UV index in August - Nestlow, 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
Nestlow, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Nestlow, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Nestlow, WV

Average visibility in August - Nestlow, 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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