August weather forecast
Skippack, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Skippack, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Skippack usually reports an average low-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) during the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Skippack, during August, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Skippack, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In Skippack, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Skippack, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Skippack, records 82.8°F (28.2°C), while the low-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months?

April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Skippack, in August, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Skippack?

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 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Skippack, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Skippack, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Skippack, PA

Average pressure in August - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Skippack, PA

Average humidity in August - Skippack, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Skippack, PA

Average rainfall in August - Skippack, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Skippack, PA

Average rainfall days in August - Skippack, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Skippack, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Skippack, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Skippack, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Skippack, PA

Average sunshine days in August - Skippack, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Skippack, PA

Average UV index in August - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

Average cloud cover in August - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

Average visibility in August - Skippack, 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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