August weather forecast
Charleston, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Charleston, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average high of 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

Charleston indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 77°F (25°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 79.3°F (26.3°C). Throughout the month of August, Charleston observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in August, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.2 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Charleston, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Charleston, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

Charleston in August has an average high-temperature of 77°F (25°C) and an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Charleston, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Charleston, during August, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Charleston, PA

Average pressure in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
Charleston, PA

Average wind speed in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Charleston, PA

Average humidity in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Charleston, PA

Average rainfall in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Charleston, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Charleston, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Charleston, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Charleston, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Charleston, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Charleston, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Charleston, PA

Average UV index in August - Charleston, 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
Charleston, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Charleston, PA

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

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

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