August weather forecastSyracuse, NY
August
Weather in August
August in Syracuse carries forward the heat trend from July, nearly matching the high at 76.5°F (24.7°C). This month retains most of July’s characteristics, offering the city a second round of peak summer enjoyment. Alterations on the weather front are mild with the continuation of generous daylight and ample sunshine. Frequent rains cool down the afternoons, delivering a comfortable atmosphere. The wind hugs the city gently, aiding in alleviating any lingering heat.Temperature
August begins with an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.5°F (24.7°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in August, is a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C).Humidity
In Syracuse, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In Syracuse, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Syracuse, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Syracuse, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Syracuse, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").
Average rainfall days in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Syracuse, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Syracuse, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Syracuse, 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
Syracuse, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Syracuse, 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).
