August weather forecast
South Sterling, PA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Sterling, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 78.3°F (25.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into August marks the average high-temperature at a still warm 78.3°F (25.7°C), differing minimally from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). South Sterling usually reports an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) during the month of August.

Humidity

In South Sterling, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In South Sterling, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in South Sterling. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Sterling in August?

During August, South Sterling experiences an average high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and a low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In South Sterling, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In South Sterling, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In South Sterling, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in South Sterling, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in South Sterling is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Sterling, PA

Average temperature in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
South Sterling, PA

Average pressure in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
South Sterling, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
South Sterling, PA

Average humidity in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in August
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall days in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall days in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Sterling, PA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Sterling, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
South Sterling, PA

Average sunshine days in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
South Sterling, PA

Average UV index in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
South Sterling, PA

Average cloud cover in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
South Sterling, PA

Average visibility in August - South Sterling, PA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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