August weather forecast
Middletown, DE

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Weather in August

In August, Middletown, Delaware experiences typical late summer weather. While temperatures fall slightly from July, the highest average temperature still hovers around 82.9°F (28.3°C), indicating a relatively warm climate. A slight decrease in temperature is noted, which denotes the nearing end of the hot summer and an approaching autumn season. Despite being a month prominent for high heat, the cool evenings start to creep in. The decrease in daylight hours signifies the waning of summer and the onset of cooler months.

Temperature

With the onset of August, Middletown's average high-temperature clocks in at a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. During the month of August, Middletown's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Middletown, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In Middletown, 82.9°F (28.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 66.7°F (19.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Middletown?

In August, in Middletown, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Middletown.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

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 reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Middletown, DE

Average temperature in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Middletown, DE

Average pressure in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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).

Average wind speed in August
Middletown, DE

Average wind speed in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Middletown, DE

Average humidity in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Middletown, DE

Average rainfall in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in August
Middletown, DE

Average rainfall days in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Middletown, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Middletown, DE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Middletown, DE

Average sunshine days in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Middletown, DE

Average UV index in August - Middletown, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Middletown, DE

Average cloud cover in August - Middletown, DE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Middletown, DE

Average visibility in August - Middletown, 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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