August weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Houghton, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Houghton experiences a transition to a still warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 77.9°F (25.5°C). Throughout August, the average low-temperature records at a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Houghton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Houghton, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Houghton in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Houghton, is 76.1°F (24.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Houghton, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Houghton?

In August, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Houghton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Houghton?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Houghton, NY

Average temperature in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in August - Houghton, 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
Houghton, NY

Average wind speed in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Houghton, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Houghton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Houghton, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Houghton, NY

Average UV index in August - Houghton, 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
Houghton, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Houghton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Houghton, NY

Average visibility in August - Houghton, 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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