August weather forecast
Lexington, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lexington, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

Lexington starts August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C), a minor shift from July's 79°F (26.1°C). Throughout the month of August, Lexington expects an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lexington, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lexington in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Lexington, is 76.6°F (24.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout August, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lexington?

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 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lexington, NY

Average temperature in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Lexington, NY

Average pressure in August - Lexington, 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
Lexington, NY

Average wind speed in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Lexington, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in August
Lexington, NY

Average rainfall in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in August
Lexington, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lexington, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lexington, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lexington, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lexington, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Lexington, NY

Average UV index in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Lexington, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Lexington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Lexington, NY

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

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

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