August weather forecast
Valley Forge, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Valley Forge, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.8°F (28.2°C) and min 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) from July's 85.1°F (29.5°C) is noted in high-temperature. Valley Forge's average low-temperature during August nights is observed to be an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Valley Forge, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, in Valley Forge, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Valley Forge in August?

Valley Forge in August has an average high-temperature of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Valley Forge?

In August, the average relative humidity in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Valley Forge?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Valley Forge in August?

In August, in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Valley Forge?

In Valley Forge, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Valley Forge?

In August, the average day length in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Valley Forge?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Valley Forge?

In Valley Forge, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Valley Forge?

The months with the highest UV index in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Valley Forge?

In Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average temperature in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average pressure in August - Valley Forge, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average wind speed in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average humidity in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average rainfall in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average snowfall in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Valley Forge, 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 0min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average UV index in August - Valley Forge, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Valley Forge, PA

Average visibility in August - Valley Forge, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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