August weather forecastBasket, PA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Basket, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.6°F (27°C) and min 62.4°F (16.9°C).Temperature
Basket indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 83.5°F (28.6°C). Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) is expected.Heat index
In August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are of high significance for children. 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
In Basket, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Basket, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August in Basket, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Basket, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
In Basket, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Basket, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Basket, PA
- 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
Basket, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Basket, PA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Basket, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Basket, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Basket, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Basket, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Basket, PA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Basket, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Basket, PA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Basket, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Basket, PA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).
