August weather forecast
Southold, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Southold, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.9°F (24.4°C) and min 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

During the warmest month, August, temperatures average a high of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and a low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Southold, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Southold, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Southold, New York.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

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 average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Southold?

August stands out as Southold's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and a low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

What are the temperatures in Southold in August?

In Southold, 75.9°F (24.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 71.2°F (21.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Southold?

In August, the average relative humidity in Southold, New York, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Southold?

In Southold, New York, in August, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southold?

In Southold, New York, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Southold have in August?

In Southold, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Southold?

On the first day of August in Southold, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Southold?

The months with the most sunshine in Southold are July and August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Southold?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Southold?

The months with the highest UV index in Southold, New York, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Southold?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Southold, NY

Average temperature in August - Southold, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Southold, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Southold, NY

Average wind speed in August - Southold, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Southold, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Southold, NY

Average rainfall in August - Southold, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in August
Southold, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Southold, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Southold, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Southold, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Southold, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Southold, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Southold, NY

Average UV index in August - Southold, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Southold, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Southold, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Southold, NY

Average visibility in August - Southold, 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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