August weather forecastElsmere, DE
August
Weather in August
As summer begins to wind down in Elsmere during August, the hot days start to see a minor relief. The temperature slightly ebbs, signaling the beginning of the end of summer. Rainfall sees an increase to 2.91" (74mm), spread across nearly 15 days, providing plenty of cloud coverage. Gusty winds and longer daylight hours continue to maintain a feel of the season. As August gives way to September, seasonal changes become more profound.Temperature
August in Elsmere reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), slightly varied from July's 85.3°F (29.6°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights is a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In Elsmere, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout August, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elsmere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.9 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, in Elsmere, Delaware, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°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 (26.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Elsmere, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Elsmere, DE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elsmere, DE
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, DE
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Elsmere, 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).
