Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Ridgeway's average high-temperature in August sits at a warm 84.2°F (29°C), showing little difference from the previous month. Ridgeway records a consistent low-temperature average of 62.6°F (17°C) during August, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and 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', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Ridgeway, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Ridgeway, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Ridgeway is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Average temperature in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ridgeway, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ridgeway, 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: 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
Ridgeway, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Ridgeway, 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).
Ridgeway, West Virginia, USA
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