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
Colonial Heights experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C) in August, closely aligned with July's 90.1°F (32.3°C). In Colonial Heights, August nights cool down to an average of 68°F (20°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Colonial Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Colonial Heights, Virginia, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
In Colonial Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Average temperature in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Colonial Heights, VA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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