Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
In August, Madison experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 82.6°F (28.1°C) in July to a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, August sees an average nighttime temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Madison are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Madison, in August, during 16.4 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.1 days and collects up to 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Madison, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Madison.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Madison is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Madison, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Madison, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Madison, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Madison, PA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Madison, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").
Average rainfall days in August
Madison, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).
Average snowfall in August
Madison, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Madison, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Madison, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Madison, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Madison, PA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Madison, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Madison, PA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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