August weather forecastSalem, NY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Salem, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).Temperature
August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C), slightly deviating from July's 80.1°F (26.7°C). An average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) is noted in Salem during the month of August.Humidity
In Salem, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Salem, in August, during 15 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Salem, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 54min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Salem. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Salem, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Salem, NY
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Salem, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Salem, NY
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Salem, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Salem, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salem, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salem, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salem, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salem, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Salem, 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
Salem, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Salem, NY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
