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
August observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C), marking an insignificant difference from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). August nights observe an average temperature dip to a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall in Media.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Media is 13h and 42min.On the first day of August in Media, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Media, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Media are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Media, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Media, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Media, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Media, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Media, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Media, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Media, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Media, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Media, 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).
Average sunshine days in August
Media, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Media, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Media, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Media, 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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