August weather forecast
Harrison, OH

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Harrison, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. An average temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is recorded during the nights in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harrison, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harrison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Harrison, Ohio, 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 6:40 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Harrison. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

Harrison in August has an average high-temperature of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Harrison, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Harrison have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harrison, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Harrison, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Harrison?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Harrison, OH

Average temperature in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Harrison, OH

Average pressure in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Harrison, OH

Average wind speed in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Harrison, OH

Average humidity in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Harrison, OH

Average rainfall in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in August
Harrison, OH

Average rainfall days in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Harrison, OH

Average snowfall in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Harrison, OH

Average snowfall days in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Harrison, OH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harrison, OH
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harrison, OH

Average sunshine days in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Harrison, OH

Average UV index in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Harrison, OH

Average cloud cover in August - Harrison, OH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Harrison, OH

Average visibility in August - Harrison, OH
  • 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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