August weather forecast
Palo Alto, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Palo Alto, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a still moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) from July's 81.5°F (27.5°C) is noted in high-temperature. During August, Palo Alto observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palo Alto, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palo Alto, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Palo Alto, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In Palo Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

Palo Alto in August has an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Palo Alto, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Palo Alto, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Palo Alto have in August?

In Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Palo Alto?

In Palo Alto, the average sunshine duration in August 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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average temperature in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average pressure in August - Palo Alto, 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
Palo Alto, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average humidity in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Palo Alto, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average UV index in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Palo Alto, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Palo Alto, PA

Average visibility in August - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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