August weather forecast
Parsons, WV

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Parsons, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 77.9°F (25.5°C).

Temperature

Parsons marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C), a subtle shift from July's 79.2°F (26.2°C). Parsons in August observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Parsons, West Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 194.8 rainfall days, and 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In Parsons, in August, the average high-temperature is 77.9°F (25.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Parsons?

In Parsons, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Parsons, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Parsons, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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 moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Parsons, WV

Average temperature in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°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 (19.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Parsons, WV

Average pressure in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Parsons, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Parsons, WV

Average humidity in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Parsons, WV

Average rainfall in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in August
Parsons, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Parsons, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Parsons, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Parsons, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Parsons, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Parsons, WV

Average UV index in August - Parsons, 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
Parsons, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Parsons, WV

Average visibility in August - Parsons, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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