August weather forecast
Northfield, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Northfield, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Northfield records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C), almost identical to July's 78.1°F (25.6°C). Northfield observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during August nights, with a mean temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, New York, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northfield, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northfield, the average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northfield in August?

August temperatures in Northfield vary between a high-temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Northfield?

In August, the average relative humidity in Northfield, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in August?

In Northfield, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Northfield?

In Northfield, New York, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Northfield?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Northfield?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Northfield?

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 in Northfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Northfield is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Northfield, NY

Average temperature in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Northfield, NY

Average pressure in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
Northfield, NY

Average wind speed in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Northfield, NY

Average humidity in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Northfield, NY

Average rainfall in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Northfield, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Northfield, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Northfield, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Northfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Northfield, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Northfield, NY

Average UV index in August - Northfield, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Northfield, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in August
Northfield, NY

Average visibility in August - Northfield, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

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

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