August weather forecast
Prospect, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Prospect, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.5°F (15.3°C) and max 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), subtly shifted from July's 82.2°F (27.9°C). In August, Prospect's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.7 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August in Prospect, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prospect in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Prospect, during August, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Prospect?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

How high is the UV index in August in Prospect?

In Prospect, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Prospect, PA

Average temperature in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Prospect, PA

Average pressure in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, PA

Average wind speed in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Prospect, PA

Average humidity in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall days in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prospect, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Prospect, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Prospect, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Prospect, PA

Average UV index in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Prospect, PA

Average visibility in August - Prospect, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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