August weather forecast
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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Prince, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Prince sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) on average during August.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Prince, West Virginia, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prince, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In Prince, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Prince?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Prince, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Prince, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Prince, WV

Average temperature in August - Prince, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Prince, WV

Average pressure in August - Prince, 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
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Average wind speed in August - Prince, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Prince, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Prince, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Prince, 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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Prince, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Prince, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Prince, 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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