Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
As August takes its course, Amherst's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, the average temperature in Amherst dips to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) at night.Humidity
July through September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Amherst.Rainfall
In Amherst, in August, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Amherst, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Amherst is 13h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Amherst is 10.2h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Amherst, New York, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in August in Amherst?
What is the least humid month in Amherst?
What is the average humidity in August in Amherst?
How much does it rain in Amherst in August?
When it does not snow in Amherst?
How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Amherst?
How long on average sun shines in August in Amherst?
What is the UV index reading in August in Amherst?
Average temperature in August
Amherst, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Amherst, NY
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Amherst, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Amherst, NY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Amherst, NY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Amherst, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Amherst, NY
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Amherst, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Amherst, NY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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