August weather forecast
Beckley, WV

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Weather in August

In Beckley, August is a sign of summer reaching its impending closure. The weather remains hot yet starts hinting at a more relaxed climate towards the latter part of the month. Rainfall moderately increases, marking the subtle transition. Vegetation starts showing signs of maturity, aiding in painting a sublime late-summer landscape. The cooling trend advances with slower winds and a gradual decline in sunlight hours.

Temperature

August's advent in Beckley presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. In August, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 57.7°F (14.3°C) at night.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Beckley, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Beckley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Beckley, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Beckley. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Beckley, 81°F (27.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.7°F (14.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, in Beckley, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Beckley, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Beckley, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Beckley, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Beckley have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Beckley, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Beckley, WV

Average temperature in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average high temperature in August: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Beckley, WV

Average pressure in August - Beckley, 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
Beckley, WV

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

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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Beckley, WV

Average humidity in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall days in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Beckley, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Beckley, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Beckley, 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: 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Beckley, WV

Average sunshine days in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in August
Beckley, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Beckley, WV

Average cloud cover in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Beckley, WV

Average visibility in August - Beckley, WV
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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