August weather forecast
Petroleum, OH

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Petroleum, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.3°F (26.3°C) and min 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

During August, Petroleum records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), marking a slight divergence from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Petroleum's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 59°F (15°C) during the nights of August.

Humidity

May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Petroleum, in August, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petroleum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.1 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Petroleum?

The high-temperature, in August, in Petroleum, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59°F (15°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Petroleum, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Petroleum have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petroleum have in August?

In Petroleum, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Petroleum, OH

Average temperature in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Petroleum, OH

Average pressure in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
Petroleum, OH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Petroleum, OH

Average humidity in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Petroleum, OH

Average rainfall in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Petroleum, OH

Average rainfall days in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Petroleum, OH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Petroleum, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Petroleum, OH

Average sunshine days in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in August
Petroleum, OH

Average UV index in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Petroleum, OH

Average cloud cover in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Petroleum, OH

Average visibility in August - Petroleum, OH
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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