August weather forecast
Elmira, NY

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Weather in August

August witnesses a slight recession in the temperatures in Elmira; it cools slightly to 77.5°F (25.3°C) from the July peak. It also receives a modest amount of rainfall at 2.64" (67mm). This paves the way for a serene atmosphere where the summer slowly ebbs away. However, outdoor activities continue to thrive due to the still warm weather and ample daylight.

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.5°F (25.3°C), slightly varied from July's 80.1°F (26.7°C). The significant decline in Elmira's temperature, from day to night, averages of 55.9°F (13.3°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elmira, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Elmira is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Elmira is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Elmira, in August, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Elmira.

How many hours of daylight does Elmira have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmira have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Elmira, NY

Average temperature in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Elmira, NY

Average pressure in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elmira, NY

Average wind speed in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Elmira, NY

Average humidity in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Elmira, NY

Average rainfall in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Elmira, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elmira, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elmira, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elmira, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elmira, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Elmira, NY

Average UV index in August - Elmira, 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
Elmira, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Elmira, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Elmira, NY

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

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

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