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
With the arrival of August, Reading's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Reading, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 64.4°F (18°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Reading, in August, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.1 days and collects up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Reading are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Reading, OH
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.4°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 (23.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Reading, 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
Reading, OH
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Reading, 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
Reading, OH
- Average rainfall in August: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").
Average rainfall days in August
Reading, OH
- Average rainfall days in August: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Reading, OH
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Reading, OH
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Reading, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Reading, OH
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16 days).
Average UV index in August
Reading, OH
- 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
Reading, 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
Reading, 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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