August weather forecast
Lake Placid, NY

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A beautiful image, taken in the fall, of scenic golden and brown trees in the Mountain Village along with Lake Placid, New York
A beautiful image, taken in the fall, of scenic golden and brown trees in the Mountain Village along with Lake Placid, New York

Weather in August

The weather in August in Lake Placid experiences a slight drop from the July highs to an average of 73°F. Despite this, the overall climatic conditions remain consistent with the preceding summer months. August experiences a near-perfect balance between the temperature, relative humidity, and daylight hours contributing to its appeal as a preferred month for vacations. The lessened wind speeds further promote outdoor activities such as mountain biking and hiking. Lake Placid, during August, offers tourists an array of activities to enjoy the last leg of the summer.

Temperature

Lake Placid's August average high-temperature settles at an agreeable 73°F, showing a near match with the preceding month. During the month of August, Lake Placid anticipates a mean low-temperature of 53.2°F.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake Placid, in August, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 3.03" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 36.5" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, in Lake Placid, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

In Lake Placid, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Lake Placid?

During August, Lake Placid experiences an average high-temperature of 73°F and a low-temperature of 53.2°F.

What is the average humidity in August in Lake Placid?

In Lake Placid, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lake Placid?

In Lake Placid, New York, during August, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lake Placid?

In Lake Placid, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Lake Placid?

The average day length in August in Lake Placid is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Lake Placid?

On the first day of August in Lake Placid, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Placid have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Lake Placid?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Lake Placid is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average temperature in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average pressure in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average wind speed in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average humidity in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average rainfall in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average snowfall in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average UV index in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in August
Lake Placid, NY

Average visibility in August - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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