August weather forecast
Far Rockaway, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Far Rockaway, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C) from July's 80.6°F (27°C) is noted in high-temperature. A mean low-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) is a distinguishing feature of August, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Far Rockaway, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Far Rockaway are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Far Rockaway, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In Far Rockaway, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Far Rockaway, is 79.9°F (26.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Far Rockaway in August?

In Far Rockaway, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Far Rockaway, snow does not fall in April through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August in Far Rockaway is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Far Rockaway?

In Far Rockaway, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average temperature in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in August - Far Rockaway, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 4min

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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in August - Far Rockaway, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Far Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in August - Far Rockaway, 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).

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