August weather forecastNewtown Square, MD
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Newtown Square, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).Temperature
Newtown Square records a slight change with August's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). An average low-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) is observed during August nights.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Newtown Square, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Newtown Square, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Newtown Square, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°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 (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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).
Average wind speed in August
Newtown Square, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Newtown Square, MD
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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 (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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 November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Newtown Square, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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
Newtown Square, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 18min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Newtown Square, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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).
Average visibility in August
Newtown Square, MD
- 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).
