August weather forecast
Herkimer, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Herkimer, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average high of 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.5°F (24.7°C), nearly identical to July's 78.3°F (25.7°C). August brings an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) to Herkimer.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Herkimer, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Herkimer, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Herkimer, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature during August is 76.5°F (24.7°C) and the low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Herkimer, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Herkimer have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

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 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Herkimer, 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
Herkimer, NY

Average temperature in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Herkimer, NY

Average pressure in August - Herkimer, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Herkimer, NY

Average wind speed in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Herkimer, NY

Average humidity in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Herkimer, NY

Average rainfall in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Herkimer, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Herkimer, NY

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Herkimer, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Herkimer, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Herkimer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Herkimer, NY

Average UV index in August - Herkimer, 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
Herkimer, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Herkimer, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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