Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Mount Joy marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C), a subtle shift from July's 82.8°F (28.2°C). Mount Joy records a steady low-temperature average of 62.1°F (16.7°C) during August.Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Mount Joy.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.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.
Sunshine
In Mount Joy, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
In Mount Joy, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Average temperature in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Mount Joy, 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 Joy, PA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Joy, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Mount Joy, PA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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 Joy, PA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Mount Joy, 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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