August weather forecast
Lincoln, DE

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lincoln, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and an average high of 81.5°F (27.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Lincoln reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout the month of August, Lincoln witnesses an average low-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall in Lincoln.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Lincoln is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Lincoln, Delaware, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, Delaware, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lincoln. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, 81.5°F (27.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 69.3°F (20.7°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lincoln?

The average relative humidity in August in Lincoln, Delaware, is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Lincoln?

The month with the most rainfall in Lincoln is August, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in August?

In Lincoln, in August, during 16 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lincoln?

April, June through October are months without snowfall in Lincoln.

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

In August, the average day length in Lincoln is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Lincoln?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in August?

In Lincoln, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Lincoln?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Lincoln?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lincoln, DE

Average temperature in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lincoln, DE

Average pressure in August - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, DE

Average wind speed in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lincoln, DE

Average humidity in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall days in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lincoln, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lincoln, DE

Average snowfall days in August - Lincoln, DE
  • 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 April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lincoln, DE

Average sunshine days in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lincoln, DE

Average UV index in August - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, DE

Average cloud cover in August - Lincoln, DE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

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 27).

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Average visibility in August
Lincoln, DE

Average visibility in August - Lincoln, 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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