August weather forecast
Galway, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Galway, New York, with an average temperature varying between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In August, Galway encounters an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Galway is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, in Galway, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Galway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Galway, New York.

Daylight

In Galway, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of August in Galway, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Galway is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Galway in August?

The high-temperature in Galway, New York, during August is 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', '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 in Galway?

In Galway, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in Galway in August?

In Galway, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Galway?

In Galway, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Galway have in August?

In Galway, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Galway?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Galway, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galway have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Galway is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Galway?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Galway?

In Galway, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Galway, NY

Average temperature in August - Galway, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.1°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 (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Galway, NY

Average pressure in August - Galway, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Galway, NY

Average wind speed in August - Galway, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Galway, NY

Average humidity in August - Galway, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Galway, NY

Average rainfall in August - Galway, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Galway, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Galway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Galway, NY

Average snowfall in August - Galway, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Galway, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Galway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Galway, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Galway, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Galway, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Galway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Galway, NY

Average UV index in August - Galway, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Galway, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Galway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in August
Galway, NY

Average visibility in August - Galway, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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