August weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Houghton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Houghton records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C), almost identical to July's 77.9°F (25.5°C). During August nights, Houghton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

In Houghton, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, in August, during 18.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, in Houghton, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Houghton is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Houghton in August?

In August, in Houghton, the average high-temperature is 76.1°F (24.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Houghton?

The average relative humidity in August in Houghton, New York, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Houghton?

In Houghton, during August, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Houghton?

In Houghton, New York, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in August?

The average day length in August in Houghton, New York, is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Houghton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Houghton, New York, is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Houghton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Houghton?

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Houghton, NY

Average temperature in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Houghton, NY

Average wind speed in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Houghton, NY

Average humidity in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in August
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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
Houghton, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Houghton, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Houghton, NY

Average UV index in August - Houghton, 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 January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Houghton, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in August
Houghton, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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