August weather forecast
Petersburg, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Petersburg, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Petersburg's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 76.5°F (24.7°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Petersburg registers a consistent average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) during August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, in Petersburg, New York, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout August, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.1 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Petersburg is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Petersburg, New York, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Petersburg. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petersburg in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Petersburg, New York, are 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in August in Petersburg is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Petersburg?

In August, in Petersburg, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout August, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Petersburg?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Petersburg?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Petersburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Petersburg?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Petersburg, NY

Average temperature in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Petersburg, NY

Average pressure in August - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, NY

Average wind speed in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Petersburg, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Petersburg, NY

Average rainfall in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

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Average rainfall days in August
Petersburg, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Petersburg, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Petersburg, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
Petersburg, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Petersburg, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Petersburg, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Petersburg, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Petersburg, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Petersburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Petersburg, NY

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

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

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