August weather forecast
Nelsonville, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Nelsonville, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82°F (27.8°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

Nelsonville's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still warm 82°F (27.8°C) from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C) in temperature. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Nelsonville, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelsonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nelsonville, New York, are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82°F (27.8°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Nelsonville in August?

In Nelsonville, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nelsonville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Nelsonville have in August?

In Nelsonville, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Nelsonville, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Nelsonville is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average temperature in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average pressure in August - Nelsonville, 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
Nelsonville, NY

Average wind speed in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average humidity in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average rainfall in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Nelsonville, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Nelsonville, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nelsonville, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Nelsonville, NY

Average UV index in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Nelsonville, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Nelsonville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Nelsonville, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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