August weather forecast
Olean, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Olean, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into August uncovers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C), subtly different from the previous month. A dramatic downturn marks the August nights, with lows averaging at a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Olean, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in Olean, records 76.3°F (24.6°C), while the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Olean, during August, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Olean?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Olean have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Olean, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Olean have in August?

In Olean, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Olean, NY

Average temperature in August - Olean, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Olean, NY

Average pressure in August - Olean, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Olean, NY

Average wind speed in August - Olean, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Olean, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Olean, NY

Average rainfall in August - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in August
Olean, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Olean, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Olean, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Olean, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Olean, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Olean, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Olean, NY

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

Average cloud cover in August
Olean, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Olean, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in August
Olean, NY

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

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

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