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United StatesThe weather in August in Pittsburgh
It's warm in August in Pittsburgh with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Pittsburgh. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2021, Pittsburgh reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 136 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Pittsburgh
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Pittsburgh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Pittsburgh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 136 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Pittsburgh with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 19°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Pittsburgh is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Pittsburgh
Temperature in August in Pittsburgh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Pittsburgh
Total precipitation in August in Pittsburgh over the years
Daily UV index in August in Pittsburgh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Pittsburgh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Pittsburgh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Pittsburgh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.