August weather forecast
West Goshen, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Goshen, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average high of 82.4°F (28°C).

Temperature

August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 82.4°F (28°C) from July's 84.9°F (29.4°C). The average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) is witnessed during August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Goshen, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of August in West Goshen, sunrise is at 6:01 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.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in West Goshen is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Goshen. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in West Goshen in August?

West Goshen in August has an average high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Goshen?

In West Goshen, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in West Goshen?

August is the month with the most rainfall in West Goshen. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Goshen in August?

In West Goshen, in August, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Goshen?

June through October are months without snowfall in West Goshen, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does West Goshen have in August?

In West Goshen, the average day length in August is 13h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in West Goshen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Goshen, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Goshen have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in West Goshen, Pennsylvania, is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in West Goshen?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Goshen.

What is the UV index intensity in August in West Goshen?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in West Goshen is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
West Goshen, PA

Average temperature in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
West Goshen, PA

Average pressure in August - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average wind speed in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
West Goshen, PA

Average humidity in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
West Goshen, PA

Average rainfall in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in August
West Goshen, PA

Average rainfall days in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
West Goshen, PA

Average snowfall in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
West Goshen, PA

Average snowfall days in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Goshen, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Goshen, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
West Goshen, PA

Average sunshine days in August - West Goshen, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
West Goshen, PA

Average UV index in August - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average cloud cover in August - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average visibility in August - West Goshen, 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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