August weather forecast
Canton, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Canton, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.4°F (14.1°C) and max 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

Canton's August average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. In the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Canton dips to a steady average of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Canton is 81%.

Rainfall

In Canton, in August, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.8 rainfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Canton, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, in Canton, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Canton, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Canton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Canton during August are 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Canton?

The average relative humidity in August in Canton is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Canton?

In August, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout August, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Canton?

June through October are months without snowfall in Canton, New York.

What is the average length of the day in August in Canton?

The average day length in August in Canton, New York, is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Canton?

On the first day of August in Canton, New York, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Canton?

In Canton, New York, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Canton?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Canton.

What is the UV index reading in August in Canton?

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Canton, NY

Average temperature in August - Canton, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Canton, NY

Average pressure in August - Canton, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Canton, NY

Average wind speed in August - Canton, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Canton, NY

Average humidity in August - Canton, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Canton, NY

Average rainfall in August - Canton, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Canton, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Canton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Canton, NY

Average snowfall in August - Canton, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Canton, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Canton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canton, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Canton, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Canton, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Canton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Canton, NY

Average UV index in August - Canton, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Canton, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Canton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Canton, NY

Average visibility in August - Canton, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (5mi).

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