August weather forecast
North Washington, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in North Washington, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, North Washington experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. A striking difference from the daytime highs is registered during August nights, with an average temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Washington, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Washington, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 15.43" (392mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In North Washington, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In North Washington, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

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 medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In North Washington, snow does not fall in June through October.

How many hours of daylight does North Washington have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in North Washington?

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

How many hours of sunshine does North Washington have in August?

In North Washington, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading 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
North Washington, PA

Average temperature in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in August
North Washington, PA

Average pressure in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
North Washington, PA

Average wind speed in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
North Washington, PA

Average humidity in August - North Washington, 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, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in August
North Washington, PA

Average rainfall in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in August
North Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
North Washington, PA

Average snowfall in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
North Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
North Washington, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - North Washington, 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: 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: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
North Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in August
North Washington, PA

Average UV index in August - North Washington, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
North Washington, PA

Average cloud cover in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
North Washington, PA

Average visibility in August - North Washington, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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