August weather forecast
Mainland, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Mainland, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and an average low of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

As Mainland, Pennsylvania, transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), nearly the same as the previous 85.3°F (29.6°C). Mainland experiences an average low-temperature reading of 65.3°F (18.5°C) throughout August.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight 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 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Mainland.

Rainfall

In August, in Mainland, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout August, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mainland, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Mainland is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August in Mainland, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mainland, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Mainland in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Mainland?

The months with the lowest humidity in Mainland are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in August in Mainland?

In Mainland, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August in Mainland?

In Mainland, in August, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mainland?

June through October are months without snowfall in Mainland.

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

In Mainland, Pennsylvania, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mainland?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mainland have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

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

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mainland.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Mainland?

In Mainland, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Mainland, PA

Average temperature in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Mainland, PA

Average pressure in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Mainland, PA

Average wind speed in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Mainland, PA

Average humidity in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mainland, PA

Average rainfall in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mainland, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Mainland, PA

Average snowfall in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mainland, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mainland, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mainland, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mainland, PA

Average UV index in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mainland, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Mainland, PA

Average visibility in August - Mainland, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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