August weather forecast
Cheswold, DE

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Weather in August

August in Cheswold witnesses a slight rollback in temperatures, with a high of 82.4°F (28°C), marking the initial descent from the peak of summer. Despite this reduction, it remains the second hottest month of the year. Nights are warm, making for enjoyable late-night barbecues or walks under the stars. The weather remains mostly consistent with the previous month. As August concludes, residents anticipate the arrival of crisp Fall nights.

Temperature

With the start of August, Cheswold measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.4°F (28°C), not significantly differing from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). Cheswold experiences a mean temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during August nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Cheswold.

Daylight

In Cheswold, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Cheswold, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cheswold, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Cheswold during August?

In August, in Cheswold, the average high-temperature is 82.4°F (28°C), and the average low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cheswold?

The average relative humidity in August in Cheswold, Delaware, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Cheswold?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cheswold in August?

In Cheswold, Delaware, in August, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cheswold?

In Cheswold, Delaware, snow does not fall in May through October.

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

In Cheswold, Delaware, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Cheswold?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheswold have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Cheswold is 10.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Cheswold?

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

Average temperature in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Cheswold, DE

Average pressure in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Cheswold, DE

Average wind speed in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Cheswold, DE

Average humidity in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cheswold, DE

Average rainfall in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cheswold, DE

Average rainfall days in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cheswold, DE

Average snowfall in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cheswold, DE

Average snowfall days in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cheswold, DE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cheswold, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cheswold, DE

Average sunshine days in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cheswold, DE

Average UV index in August - Cheswold, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cheswold, DE

Average cloud cover in August - Cheswold, DE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Cheswold, DE

Average visibility in August - Cheswold, 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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