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
The transition into August is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing an insignificant shift from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 66°F (18.9°C) in August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Brookside is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Brookside, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Brookside is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August in Brookside, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Brookside, Delaware. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Brookside, DE
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Brookside, DE
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Brookside, DE
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Brookside, DE
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Brookside, DE
- Average rainfall in August: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Brookside, DE
- Average rainfall days in August: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Brookside, DE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Brookside, DE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Brookside, DE
- 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Brookside, DE
- Average sunshine days in August: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Brookside, DE
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Brookside, DE
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Brookside, DE
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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