Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C), subtly different from July's 83.3°F (28.5°C). Salt Point registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 58.8°F (14.9°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salt Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Salt Point, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 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
Salt Point, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salt Point, 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: 10h and 2min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Salt Point, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Salt Point, NY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
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