August weather forecast
Suffern, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Suffern, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.4°F (28°C) and min 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.4°F (28°C), hardly differing from July's 84.2°F (29°C). Throughout the month of August, Suffern expects an average low of 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Suffern, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Suffern, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Suffern is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Suffern, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Suffern are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

Suffern in August has an average high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Suffern, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Suffern, NY

Average pressure in August - Suffern, 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
Suffern, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Suffern, NY

Average humidity in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Suffern, NY

Average rainfall in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Suffern, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Suffern, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Suffern, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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
Suffern, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Suffern, NY

Average UV index in August - Suffern, 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
Suffern, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Suffern, NY

Average visibility in August - Suffern, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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