August weather forecast
Alexandria, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Alexandria, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into August uncovers an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), subtly different from the previous month. A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) is witnessed during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in August, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alexandria, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Alexandria is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Alexandria, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Alexandria, Pennsylvania, during August, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alexandria have in August?

In Alexandria, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Alexandria, PA

Average temperature in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Alexandria, PA

Average pressure in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Alexandria, PA

Average wind speed in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Alexandria, PA

Average humidity in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alexandria, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alexandria, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Alexandria, PA

Average UV index in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Alexandria, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Alexandria, PA

Average visibility in August - Alexandria, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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