August weather forecastPlattsburgh, NY
August
Weather in August
August continues the warm saga, extending the ambiance crafted by July. The weather this month doesn't deviate radically from that of July. A climatic point though is the high rainfall of 2.76" (70mm), turning the city's greens even brighter. While people seek respite from the sun's glare, they also anticipate the impending cozy fall ambiance of September.Temperature
Plattsburgh greets August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during August.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Plattsburgh, New York, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Plattsburgh.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Plattsburgh is 14h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 57.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Plattsburgh, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Plattsburgh, 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Plattsburgh, 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: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Plattsburgh, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
