August weather forecast
Oscawana, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Oscawana, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.7°F (17.6°C) and max 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

Oscawana marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) marks the month of August in Oscawana.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Oscawana, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oscawana, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day 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 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Oscawana, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Oscawana during August?

The high-temperature during August is 82.6°F (28.1°C) and the low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Oscawana, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Oscawana, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 7:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Oscawana?

In Oscawana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Oscawana, NY

Average temperature in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Oscawana, NY

Average pressure in August - Oscawana, 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
Oscawana, NY

Average wind speed in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Oscawana, NY

Average humidity in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Oscawana, NY

Average rainfall in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Oscawana, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oscawana, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Oscawana, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oscawana, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oscawana, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Oscawana, NY

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

Average cloud cover in August
Oscawana, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Oscawana, NY

Average visibility in August - Oscawana, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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