August weather forecast
Selkirk, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Selkirk, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

Selkirk's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), a slight deviation from 81.1°F (27.3°C). A steep decline to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) characterizes the August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Selkirk, New York, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:48 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

July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Selkirk, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Selkirk in August?

In August, in Selkirk, the average high-temperature is 79.3°F (26.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Selkirk, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Selkirk have in August?

In August, the average day length in Selkirk is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Selkirk?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 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.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Selkirk, New York, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Selkirk, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Selkirk, NY

Average temperature in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Selkirk, NY

Average pressure in August - Selkirk, 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
Selkirk, NY

Average wind speed in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Selkirk, NY

Average humidity in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Selkirk, NY

Average rainfall in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Selkirk, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Selkirk, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Selkirk, NY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Selkirk, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Selkirk, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Selkirk, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Selkirk, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Selkirk, NY

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

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

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