August weather forecast
Bridgeville, DE

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Weather in August

August witnesses a gradual tapering off of July's intense heat in Bridgeville, marking the shift towards the end of summer. While the weather still retains the warm essence of July, August soothes its intensity. On average, the high temperature nets around 82.6°F (28.1°C). The slowly receding heat paves the way for mild nights under clear, star-studded skies. Transitional shifts are observed in vegetation, as early autumnal hues start tinging the thick, green canopy.

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Bridgeville experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. An average temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) marks the nights in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and August, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Bridgeville, is 82.6°F (28.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 67.8°F (19.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in August?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Bridgeville, in August, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Bridgeville, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average temperature in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average pressure in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Bridgeville, DE

Average wind speed in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average humidity in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average rainfall in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average rainfall days in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average snowfall in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average snowfall days in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average sunshine days in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average UV index in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average cloud cover in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Bridgeville, DE

Average visibility in August - Bridgeville, DE
  • 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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