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
Upon the beginning of August, Prospect Park's high-temperatures register at a moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Throughout August, Prospect Park's nights cool down to an average of 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Humidity
In Prospect Park, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Prospect Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Prospect Park, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Prospect Park, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prospect Park, 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 2min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Prospect Park, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Prospect Park, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Prospect Park, PA
- 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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