August weather forecastPurdys, NY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Purdys, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.1°F (27.3°C) and min 62.2°F (16.8°C).Temperature
The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C), indicating a minimal shift from July's 83.1°F (28.4°C). Purdys cools down to an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
In Purdys, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Purdys, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Purdys, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, in Purdys, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Purdys, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Purdys are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Purdys, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Purdys, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Purdys, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Purdys, NY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Purdys, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Purdys, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Purdys, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Purdys, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Purdys, NY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Purdys, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Purdys, NY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Purdys, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Purdys, NY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and June (5mi).
