August weather forecast
Vienna, WV

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Weather in August

August marks the waning phase of summer in Vienna. Though similar to July, slight changes in the atmosphere cunningly hint at a forthcoming autumn. The sun casts its golden rays for about 13.7 hours per day on average. The temperature begins to experience a slight decline, with the average highs and lows ranging from 84.2°F (29°C) to 61.5°F (16.4°C). The resulting scenario is a lingering, pleasing warmth peppered with expectations of a cooler season to come.

Temperature

Entering August, Vienna's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Vienna, West Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Vienna, in August, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vienna, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, in Vienna, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Vienna 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Vienna in August?

During August, Vienna experiences an average high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Vienna?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August in Vienna?

In Vienna, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in Vienna in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout August, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vienna?

May through September are months without snowfall in Vienna.

What is the average length of the day in August in Vienna?

In Vienna, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Vienna?

On the first day of August in Vienna, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Vienna?

The month with the most sunshine in Vienna, West Virginia, is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Vienna?

The average sunshine duration in August in Vienna, West Virginia, is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Vienna?

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 Vienna?

In Vienna, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Vienna, WV

Average temperature in August - Vienna, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Vienna, WV

Average pressure in August - Vienna, WV
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
Vienna, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Vienna, WV

Average humidity in August - Vienna, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Vienna, WV

Average rainfall in August - Vienna, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Vienna, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Vienna, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Vienna, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Vienna, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Vienna, WV

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Vienna, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Vienna, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Vienna, WV

Average UV index in August - Vienna, 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
Vienna, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Vienna, 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
Vienna, WV

Average visibility in August - Vienna, 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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