August weather forecast
Gahanna, OH

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Gahanna, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 82°F (27.8°C).

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). Gahanna anticipates an average minimum temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. 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 remain especially vital for 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 Gahanna, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gahanna, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gahanna, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Gahanna.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Gahanna is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gahanna are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Gahanna?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 82°F (27.8°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Gahanna?

In Gahanna, Ohio, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gahanna in August?

In Gahanna, Ohio, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gahanna?

May through October are months without snowfall in Gahanna.

How many hours of daylight does Gahanna have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Gahanna?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Gahanna?

The month with the most sunshine in Gahanna is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gahanna have in August?

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

When is the highest UV index in Gahanna?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Gahanna?

In Gahanna, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Gahanna, OH

Average temperature in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Gahanna, OH

Average pressure in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Gahanna, OH

Average wind speed in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Gahanna, OH

Average humidity in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gahanna, OH

Average rainfall in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in August
Gahanna, OH

Average rainfall days in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Gahanna, OH

Average snowfall in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Gahanna, OH

Average snowfall days in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Gahanna, OH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gahanna, OH

Average sunshine days in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Gahanna, OH

Average UV index in August - Gahanna, OH
  • 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
Gahanna, OH

Average cloud cover in August - Gahanna, OH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Gahanna, OH

Average visibility in August - Gahanna, OH
  • 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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