August weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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Weather in August

August carries forward the heat from July, although the weather starts to slightly cool down towards the month's end. A slight drop in temperature is noticed, with highs of 81.3°F (27.4°C) and lows of 69.4°F (20.8°C). While daylight hours start to decrease, the sun continues to shine brightly, reflecting the summer's residual warmth. There is also a decreased frequency of rainfall, resulting in drier conditions. Despite these changes, the city continues to resonate with the sounds of summer.

Temperature

The beginning of August in Long Island City records an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C), marking a negligible difference from July's 82.8°F (28.2°C). In August, the average low-temperature records at an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) during the nights.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Long Island City, in August, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Long Island City, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Long Island City, New York.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Long Island City is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Long Island City is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Long Island City?

The high-temperature, in August, in Long Island City, is 81.3°F (27.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 69.4°F (20.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Long Island City?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in August in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 70%.

How much does it rain in Long Island City in August?

In Long Island City, New York, in August, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, New York, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Long Island City have in August?

In August, the average day length in Long Island City, New York, is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Long Island City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Long Island City?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Long Island City?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Long Island City.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Long Island City?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in August - Long Island City, 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
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Long Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in August - Long Island City, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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