August weather forecast
Hershey, PA

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Weather in August

August signals the imminent end of summer with a slight dip in average high temperatures. The rainfall continues its steady roll, matching its predecessor with an average of 2.87" (73mm). The sun begins its descent from the zenith, as is evident from the slight cut in daylight hours. The wind, consistent in its journey, murmurs a quiet tale of fading summer. The grandeur of summer is still palpable, albeit with signs of an ensuing change.

Temperature

The onset of August in Hershey brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), nearly matching the July temperature. August's nights in Hershey observe an average temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Hershey is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hershey, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Hershey.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Hershey is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, in Hershey, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Hershey is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hershey in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hershey are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Hershey?

In Hershey, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Hershey?

In Hershey, Pennsylvania, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hershey?

May through September are months without snowfall in Hershey.

How many hours of daylight does Hershey have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hershey?

On the first day of August in Hershey, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hershey have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Hershey, Pennsylvania, is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Hershey?

In Hershey, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hershey, PA

Average temperature in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hershey, PA

Average pressure in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
Hershey, PA

Average wind speed in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hershey, PA

Average humidity in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hershey, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hershey, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hershey, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hershey, PA

Average UV index in August - Hershey, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Hershey, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Hershey, PA

Average visibility in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, September and October (5mi).

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