August weather forecast
Hershey, PA

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Weather in August

August signals the imminent end of summer with a slight dip in average high temperatures. The rainfall continues its steady roll, matching its predecessor with an average of 2.87" (73mm). The sun begins its descent from the zenith, as is evident from the slight cut in daylight hours. The wind, consistent in its journey, murmurs a quiet tale of fading summer. The grandeur of summer is still palpable, albeit with signs of an ensuing change.

Temperature

The advent of August in Hershey observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), nearly identical to July's 82.4°F (28°C). Hershey throughout August, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hershey, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hershey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Hershey, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Hershey?

During August, Hershey experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Hershey, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Hershey, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hershey have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hershey, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Hershey, PA

Average pressure in August - Hershey, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Hershey, PA

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

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

Average humidity in August
Hershey, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Hershey, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Hershey, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Hershey, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hershey, 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 1min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hershey, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Hershey, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Hershey, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Hershey, PA

Average visibility in August - Hershey, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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