August weather forecast
Chester Heights, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Chester Heights, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.1°F (28.4°C) and min 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C), subtly different from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). During August, Chester Heights records an average temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Chester Heights, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Chester Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chester Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

During August, Chester Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 83.1°F (28.4°C) and a low-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Chester Heights?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Chester Heights, in August, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 4.09" (104mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Chester Heights, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Chester Heights have in August?

In Chester Heights, the average day length in August is 13h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Chester Heights, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester Heights is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average temperature in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average pressure in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • 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
Chester Heights, PA

Average wind speed in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average humidity in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average rainfall in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average snowfall in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chester Heights, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average UV index in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • 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
Chester Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Chester Heights, PA

Average visibility in August - Chester Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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