August weather forecast
Essington, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Essington, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 67.6°F (19.8°C) and max 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

Essington experiences an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C) in August, subtly different from July's 86°F (30°C). During August, Essington experiences an average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light 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 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Essington is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Essington is August, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Essington, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Essington, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Essington, 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Essington in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Essington, is 83.7°F (28.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Essington?

In August, the average relative humidity in Essington is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Essington?

The month with the most rainfall in Essington is August, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Essington?

In Essington, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Essington?

In Essington, snow does not fall in May through October.

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

The average day length in August in Essington is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Essington?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Essington?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Essington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Essington?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Essington, PA

Average temperature in August - Essington, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Essington, PA

Average pressure in August - Essington, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
Essington, PA

Average wind speed in August - Essington, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Essington, PA

Average humidity in August - Essington, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Essington, PA

Average rainfall in August - Essington, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Essington, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Essington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Essington, PA

Average snowfall in August - Essington, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Essington, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Essington, PA
  • 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Essington, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Essington, PA
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Essington, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Essington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Essington, PA

Average UV index in August - Essington, PA
  • 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
Essington, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Essington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Essington, PA

Average visibility in August - Essington, PA
  • 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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