August weather forecast
Pike Creek, DE

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Weather in August

Pike Creek's August weather offers a fleeting respite from the high summer heat, albeit maintaining still lofty temperatures. Rainfall again shifts upward, with August bringing the highest rainfall average of 4.17" (106mm). Despite these showers, sunshine remains abundant, keeping skies bright and enjoyable for outdoor exploration. As August draws to a close, Pike Creek prepares to bid summer a fond farewell.

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Pike Creek experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) during August nights.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 hold great significance to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Pike Creek is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pike Creek, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In Pike Creek, Delaware, the average length of the day in August 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, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pike Creek, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Pike Creek?

The high-temperature, in August, in Pike Creek, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 66°F (18.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Pike Creek?

In August, the average relative humidity in Pike Creek, Delaware, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Pike Creek?

The month with the most rainfall in Pike Creek, Delaware, is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pike Creek in August?

In Pike Creek, Delaware, during August, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pike Creek?

In Pike Creek, snow does not fall in June through October.

How many hours of daylight does Pike Creek have in August?

In Pike Creek, the average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Pike Creek?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pike Creek, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Pike Creek?

In Pike Creek, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Pike Creek?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Pike Creek?

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

Average temperature in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average pressure in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average wind speed in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average humidity in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average rainfall in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average rainfall days in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17 days

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

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Average snowfall in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average snowfall in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average snowfall days in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pike Creek, 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 24min).

  • 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
Pike Creek, DE

Average sunshine days in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average UV index in August - Pike Creek, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average cloud cover in August - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Pike Creek, DE

Average visibility in August - Pike Creek, 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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