August weather forecastWest Sayville, NY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in West Sayville, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.8°F (22.1°C) and max 78.1°F (25.6°C).Temperature
West Sayville's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in August, with a high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low of 71.8°F (22.1°C).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Sayville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April, June through September and November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C).Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 73.9°F (23.3°C) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, in West Sayville, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In West Sayville, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
West Sayville, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).
Average humidity in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average sea temperature in August: 74°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
West Sayville, NY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
