August weather forecast
Rubicam, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rubicam, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

August registers an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), slightly varied from July's 86.2°F (30.1°C). Rubicam witnesses an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Rubicam are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rubicam, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Rubicam, is 83.3°F (28.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Rubicam, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Rubicam, in August, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Rubicam, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Rubicam have in August?

In Rubicam, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Rubicam, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rubicam, PA

Average temperature in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Rubicam, PA

Average pressure in August - Rubicam, 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
Rubicam, PA

Average wind speed in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Rubicam, PA

Average humidity in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Rubicam, PA

Average rainfall in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Rubicam, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rubicam, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rubicam, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rubicam, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rubicam, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Rubicam, PA

Average UV index in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Rubicam, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Rubicam, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Rubicam, PA

Average visibility in August - Rubicam, 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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