August weather forecast
South Plattsburgh, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Plattsburgh, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

During August, South Plattsburgh observes a subtle ascent to a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) from July's 79°F (26.1°C) in the average high-temperature. An average nighttime temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is recorded in South Plattsburgh, New York, during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Plattsburgh, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In South Plattsburgh, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Plattsburgh in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in South Plattsburgh, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In South Plattsburgh, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does South Plattsburgh have in August?

In South Plattsburgh, the average day length in August is 14h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Plattsburgh have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in South Plattsburgh?

The months with the highest UV index in South Plattsburgh, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in South Plattsburgh is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average temperature in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.2°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 (12.4°F).

Average pressure in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average pressure in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average wind speed in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average humidity in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average rainfall in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average rainfall days in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average snowfall in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average snowfall days in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average sunshine days in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average UV index in August - South Plattsburgh, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average cloud cover in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
South Plattsburgh, NY

Average visibility in August - South Plattsburgh, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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