August weather forecast
Rockaway Park, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Rockaway Park, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

Rockaway Park's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 80.6°F (27°C). Rockaway Park records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of August, averaging an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

In Rockaway Park, New York, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In Rockaway Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Rockaway Park, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Rockaway Park is 10.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rockaway Park in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Rockaway Park, is 79.9°F (26.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rockaway Park?

In Rockaway Park, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Rockaway Park?

The wettest months in Rockaway Park, New York, are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Rockaway Park in August?

In August, in Rockaway Park, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rockaway Park?

April through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Rockaway Park have in August?

In Rockaway Park, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Rockaway Park?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockaway Park, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockaway Park have in August?

In Rockaway Park, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rockaway Park?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Rockaway Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rockaway Park is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average temperature in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average pressure in August - Rockaway Park, 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
Rockaway Park, NY

Average wind speed in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average humidity in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average rainfall in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average snowfall in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average UV index in August - Rockaway Park, 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
Rockaway Park, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Rockaway Park, NY

Average visibility in August - Rockaway Park, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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