August weather forecast
Palentown, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Palentown, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79°F (26.1°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still warm 79°F (26.1°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In August, the recorded average low-temperature, of 57.4°F (14.1°C), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Palentown is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout August, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palentown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palentown in August?

Palentown in August has an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Palentown, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in Palentown in August?

In Palentown, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palentown have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Palentown, NY

Average temperature in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Palentown, NY

Average pressure in August - Palentown, 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
Palentown, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Palentown, NY

Average humidity in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Palentown, NY

Average rainfall in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in August
Palentown, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Palentown, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Palentown, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Palentown, 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 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Palentown, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Palentown, NY

Average UV index in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Palentown, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Palentown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Palentown, NY

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

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

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