Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.3°F (30.7°C), slightly varied from July's 88.5°F (31.4°C). Scranton, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In Scranton, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Scranton, North Carolina. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Scranton.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Average temperature in August
Scranton, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Scranton, NC
- 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Scranton, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Scranton, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Scranton, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 4.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Scranton, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Scranton, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Scranton, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Scranton, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Scranton, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Scranton, NC
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Scranton, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Scranton, NC
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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