August weather forecast
Mount Gretna, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Mount Gretna, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

In August, Mount Gretna's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Throughout August, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mount Gretna, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature, in August, in Mount Gretna, records 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°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 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Mount Gretna, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Gretna have in August?

In Mount Gretna, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Gretna have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average temperature in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average pressure in August - Mount Gretna, 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
Mount Gretna, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average humidity in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average rainfall in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average snowfall in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mount Gretna, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average UV index in August - Mount Gretna, 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
Mount Gretna, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Mount Gretna, PA

Average visibility in August - Mount Gretna, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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