August weather forecast
New Bedford, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in New Bedford, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. In August, New Bedford experiences a temperature dip to an average of 58.6°F (14.8°C) at night.

Humidity

April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In New Bedford, during August, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In New Bedford, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Bedford, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, in New Bedford, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In New Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in New Bedford?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and a low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, in New Bedford, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in New Bedford?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index 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
New Bedford, PA

Average temperature in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in August
New Bedford, PA

Average pressure in August - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, PA

Average wind speed in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in August
New Bedford, PA

Average humidity in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in August
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in August
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall days in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in August
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall days in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Bedford, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
New Bedford, PA

Average sunshine days in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in August
New Bedford, PA

Average UV index in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
New Bedford, PA

Average cloud cover in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
New Bedford, PA

Average visibility in August - New Bedford, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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