August weather forecast
Sylvester, WV

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Sylvester, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 61°F (16.1°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 61°F (16.1°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sylvester, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Sylvester, is 84°F (28.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°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 76%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Sylvester, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Sylvester, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May 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?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Sylvester, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sylvester, WV

Average temperature in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Sylvester, WV

Average pressure in August - Sylvester, 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
Sylvester, WV

Average wind speed in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average wind speed in August: 4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in August
Sylvester, WV

Average humidity in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Sylvester, WV

Average rainfall in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in August
Sylvester, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sylvester, WV

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sylvester, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sylvester, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sylvester, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Sylvester, WV

Average UV index in August - Sylvester, WV
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sylvester, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Sylvester, WV

Average visibility in August - Sylvester, 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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