August weather forecast
Elk Park, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Elk Park, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Elk Park experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. A noticeable temperature swing characterizes Elk Park's August nights, dipping to an average of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Elk Park, Pennsylvania, in August, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elk Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Elk Park, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Elk Park?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Elk Park, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Elk Park, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Park have in August?

In Elk Park, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in August in Elk Park?

In Elk Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Elk Park, PA

Average temperature in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Elk Park, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elk Park, PA

Average wind speed in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Elk Park, PA

Average humidity in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Elk Park, PA

Average rainfall in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Elk Park, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elk Park, PA

Average snowfall in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elk Park, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elk Park, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elk Park, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elk Park, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Elk Park, PA

Average UV index in August - Elk Park, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Elk Park, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Elk Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Elk Park, PA

Average visibility in August - Elk Park, 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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