August weather forecast
New Palestine, OH

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in New Palestine, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, New Palestine records an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, New Palestine reports a steady low-temperature average of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In New Palestine, during August, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In New Palestine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Palestine, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In New Palestine, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

During August, New Palestine experiences an average high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and a low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°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 appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in New Palestine in August?

In New Palestine, in August, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In New Palestine, Ohio, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in New Palestine?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Palestine, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Palestine have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in New Palestine is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
New Palestine, OH

Average temperature in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
New Palestine, OH

Average pressure in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
New Palestine, OH

Average wind speed in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in August
New Palestine, OH

Average humidity in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
New Palestine, OH

Average rainfall in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
New Palestine, OH

Average rainfall days in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
New Palestine, OH

Average snowfall in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
New Palestine, OH

Average snowfall days in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
New Palestine, OH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - New Palestine, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
New Palestine, OH

Average sunshine days in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
New Palestine, OH

Average UV index in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
New Palestine, OH

Average cloud cover in August - New Palestine, OH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
New Palestine, OH

Average visibility in August - New Palestine, 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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