August weather forecast
The Cape, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in The Cape, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.4°F (14.1°C) and max 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

August's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C), barely different from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). The nighttime temperature shows a significant divergence from the daytime highs, averaging at a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In The Cape, New York, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In The Cape, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, in The Cape, New York, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in The Cape is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in The Cape. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for The Cape in August?

During August, The Cape experiences an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and a low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in The Cape?

In The Cape, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in The Cape in August?

In The Cape, in August, during 14.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in The Cape?

In The Cape, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in The Cape?

In August, the average day length in The Cape is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in The Cape?

On the first day of August in The Cape, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does The Cape have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in The Cape?

The months with the highest UV index in The Cape, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in The Cape?

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

Average temperature in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.4°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 (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
The Cape, NY

Average pressure in August - The Cape, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
The Cape, NY

Average wind speed in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
The Cape, NY

Average humidity in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
The Cape, NY

Average rainfall in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
The Cape, NY

Average rainfall days in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
The Cape, NY

Average snowfall in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
The Cape, NY

Average snowfall days in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 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
The Cape, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
The Cape, NY

Average sunshine days in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
The Cape, NY

Average UV index in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
The Cape, NY

Average cloud cover in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
The Cape, NY

Average visibility in August - The Cape, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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