August weather forecastPontiac, NY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Pontiac, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).Temperature
The commencement of August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.9°F (24.4°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Pontiac witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) throughout August.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Pontiac, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pontiac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Pontiac, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Pontiac, New York, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Pontiac, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Pontiac is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Average temperature in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Pontiac, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and October (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
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: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Pontiac, NY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
