August weather forecast
Athens, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Athens, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and an average low of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

Shifting into August, Athens records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. During August, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

In Athens, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in August, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Athens, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 78.3°F (25.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Athens, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Athens, Pennsylvania, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Athens, PA

Average temperature in August - Athens, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Athens, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Athens, PA

Average wind speed in August - Athens, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Athens, PA

Average humidity in August - Athens, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Athens, PA

Average rainfall in August - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Athens, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Athens, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Athens, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Athens, PA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Athens, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Athens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Athens, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Athens, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Athens, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Athens, PA

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

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

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