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 average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) in August, hardly different from the 82.2°F (27.9°C) recorded in July. Salem encounters a steady low-temperature average of 59.7°F (15.4°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Salem, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Salem, Ohio, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Salem is 13h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of August, in Salem, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Salem is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Salem, OH
- Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in August
Salem, OH
- 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).
Average wind speed in August
Salem, OH
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Salem, OH
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Salem, OH
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Salem, OH
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salem, OH
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salem, OH
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salem, OH
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- 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: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salem, OH
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Salem, OH
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Salem, OH
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Salem, OH
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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