August weather forecast
Schaefferstown, PA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Schaefferstown observes an average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In August, in Schaefferstown, the average high-temperature is 79.9°F (26.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Schaefferstown in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Schaefferstown have in August?

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 6:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Schaefferstown have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average temperature in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average pressure in August - Schaefferstown, 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
Schaefferstown, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average humidity in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Schaefferstown, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Schaefferstown, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Schaefferstown, 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: 9h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Schaefferstown, PA

Average UV index in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Schaefferstown, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Schaefferstown, PA

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

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

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