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
Mount Pleasant experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C) with the onset of August, subtly varied from July's 82°F (27.8°C). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Mount Pleasant notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) in August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. 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
The months with the lowest humidity are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Mount Pleasant, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout August, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Pleasant, 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
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).
Average sunshine days in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Mount Pleasant, PA
- 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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