August weather forecast
University Park, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in University Park, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, University Park's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. University Park endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) during August nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in University Park, Pennsylvania, is 78%.

Rainfall

In University Park, in August, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In University Park, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In University Park, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in University Park are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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 temperature in August in University Park?

The high-temperature, in August, in University Park, is 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in University Park?

The average relative humidity in August in University Park is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in University Park?

In University Park, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in University Park?

June through September are months without snowfall in University Park, Pennsylvania.

What is the average length of the day in August in University Park?

The average day length in August in University Park is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in University Park?

On the first day of August in University Park, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in University Park?

In University Park, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in University Park?

The months with the highest UV index in University Park, Pennsylvania, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in University Park?

In University Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
University Park, PA

Average temperature in August - University Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
University Park, PA

Average pressure in August - University Park, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
University Park, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
University Park, PA

Average humidity in August - University Park, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
University Park, PA

Average rainfall in August - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in August
University Park, PA

Average rainfall days in August - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
University Park, PA

Average snowfall in August - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
University Park, PA

Average snowfall days in August - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
University Park, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - University Park, PA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
University Park, PA

Average sunshine days in August - University Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
University Park, PA

Average UV index in August - University Park, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
University Park, PA

Average cloud cover in August - University Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
University Park, PA

Average visibility in August - University Park, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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