August Rainfall and Precipitation in West Virginia

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in West Virginia, the United States of America in August.

West Virginia, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Charles Town with 72 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall to high in Assateague Island with 114 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall. The month of August is in the summer season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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West Virginia precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does West Virginia, the United States of America receive in August?

In August, Morgantown typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 100 mm (3.9 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.

How many days does it rain in West Virginia, the United States of America in August?

Morgantown sees roughly 12 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in West Virginia, the United States of America?

Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in West Virginia, the United States of America.

What is the wettest city in August in West Virginia, the United States of America?

In our database, Assateague Island stands out as having an average rainfall level of 114 mm (4.5 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in West Virginia, the United States of America?

Based on our database, Charles Town sees the least rainfall in West Virginia, the United States of America in August, with around 72 mm (2.8 in) on average.

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