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
The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.6°F (27°C), closely related to the 81.7°F (27.6°C) observed in July. August nights bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Humidity
In Sandstone, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
June through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
In Sandstone, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Average temperature in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°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 (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.5°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 (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average pressure in August: 30.03"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
Sandstone, WV
- Average wind speed in August: 4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sandstone, 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: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in August
Sandstone, 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
Sandstone, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in August
Sandstone, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).
Sandstone, West Virginia, USA
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