August weather forecast
Moriches, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Moriches, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

Moriches's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C), is the warmest in the year.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Moriches is 75%.

Rainfall

In Moriches, in August, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Moriches, New York, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Think about diving into 73.8°F (23.2°C) waters. Factors like your sensitivity to cold, the brightness of the sun, wind conditions, and the day's warmth play a role. For reference, Olympic swimming competitions use waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In Moriches, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, in Moriches, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Moriches?

Moriches's August weather, with an average high temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C), tends to be the warmest of the year.

What is the usual temperature for Moriches in August?

In August, in Moriches, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Moriches?

In August, the average relative humidity in Moriches is 75%.

How much does it rain in Moriches in August?

In Moriches, New York, in August, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Moriches?

May through October are months without snowfall in Moriches.

When is the ocean warmest in Moriches?

With an average ocean temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Moriches.

What is the ocean temperature in August in Moriches?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Moriches, New York, is 73.8°F (23.2°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 73.8°F (23.2°C) water.

What is the average length of the day in August in Moriches?

The average day length in August is 13h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Moriches?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moriches, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Moriches?

The months with the most sunshine in Moriches, New York, are July and August, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Moriches have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Moriches, New York, is 10.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Moriches?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Moriches?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Moriches, New York, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Moriches, NY

Average temperature in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Moriches, NY

Average pressure in August - Moriches, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Moriches, NY

Average wind speed in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Moriches, NY

Average humidity in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Moriches, NY

Average rainfall in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Moriches, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Moriches, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Moriches, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Moriches, NY

Average sea temperature in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average sea temperature in August: 73.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Moriches, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Moriches, NY

Average UV index in August - Moriches, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Moriches, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Moriches, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Moriches, NY

Average visibility in August - Moriches, 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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