Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C) from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). Fort Wadsworth observes an average low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) during August nights.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a hot 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 72%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Fort Wadsworth, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162 rainfall days, and 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Fort Wadsworth, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.87"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Wadsworth, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Wadsworth, 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
Fort Wadsworth, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Fort Wadsworth, 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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