August weather forecast
Pottsville, PA

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Weather in August

As August arrives, Pottsville continues to endure the heat of summer, albeit with a slight decrease in temperatures. Consistent with the summer weather, there's still no mention of snowfall in August. The weather conditions continue to be favorable for outdoor activities, with long days and plenty of sunshine. August's weather is akin to that of July, embodying the essence of summer in the city.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Pottsville during August is a still warm 79°F (26.1°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Pottsville experiences an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) in the month of August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout August, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pottsville, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Pottsville.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Pottsville is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Pottsville is 10h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Pottsville is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pottsville in August?

The high-temperature in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, during August is 79°F (26.1°C) and the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Pottsville?

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

How much does it rain in Pottsville in August?

In Pottsville, Pennsylvania, in August, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pottsville?

June through September are months without snowfall in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Pottsville have in August?

In August, the average day length in Pottsville is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Pottsville?

On the first day of August in Pottsville, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Pottsville?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Pottsville?

In Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pottsville, PA

Average temperature in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Pottsville, PA

Average pressure in August - Pottsville, 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
Pottsville, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Pottsville, PA

Average rainfall in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in August
Pottsville, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Pottsville, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pottsville, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Pottsville, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Pottsville, PA

Average UV index in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Pottsville, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Pottsville, PA

Average visibility in August - Pottsville, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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