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
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 83.1°F (28.4°C), subtly different from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Troy reports a sharp reduction in temperature during August, averaging at a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Troy.Rainfall
In August, in Troy, West Virginia, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Troy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.9 days and collects up to 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Troy is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Troy. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Troy, WV
- Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Troy, WV
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Troy, 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
Troy, WV
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Troy, WV
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Troy, WV
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Troy, WV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Troy, WV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Troy, 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 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 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Troy, WV
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Troy, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Troy, WV
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Troy, WV
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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