August weather forecast
South Plattsburgh, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Plattsburgh, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.2°F (14°C) and max 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C), hardly different from the previous month. The nighttime temperature in South Plattsburgh, during August, averages of 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Plattsburgh, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Plattsburgh, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In South Plattsburgh, New York, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, in South Plattsburgh, New York, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Plattsburgh in August?

In August, in South Plattsburgh, the average high-temperature is 76.8°F (24.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in August in South Plattsburgh?

The average relative humidity in August in South Plattsburgh is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in South Plattsburgh?

In South Plattsburgh, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in South Plattsburgh?

June through September are months without snowfall in South Plattsburgh.

What is the average length of the day in August in South Plattsburgh?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in South Plattsburgh?

On the first day of August in South Plattsburgh, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in South Plattsburgh?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in South Plattsburgh.

How many hours of sunshine does South Plattsburgh have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in South Plattsburgh is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in South Plattsburgh?

The months with the highest UV index in South Plattsburgh are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in South Plattsburgh?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in South Plattsburgh is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average temperature in August - South 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).

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Average pressure in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average pressure in August - South 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).

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Average wind speed in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average wind speed in August - South 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).

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Average humidity in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average humidity in August - South 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average rainfall in August - South 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average rainfall days in August - South 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).

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Average snowfall in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average snowfall in August - South 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average snowfall days in August - South 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average sunshine days in August - South 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).

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Average UV index in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average UV index in August - South 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average cloud cover in August - South 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).

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Average visibility in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average visibility in August - South 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).

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