August weather forecast
Rensselaer, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Rensselaer, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Rensselaer experiences a mean temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) during August nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rensselaer, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Rensselaer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rensselaer, New York, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Rensselaer. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rensselaer in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rensselaer?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Rensselaer, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rensselaer?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month 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 Rensselaer?

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

Average temperature in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average pressure in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average wind speed in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Rensselaer, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rensselaer, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rensselaer, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Rensselaer, NY

Average UV index in August - Rensselaer, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Rensselaer, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Rensselaer, NY

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

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

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