August weather forecast
Waterford, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Waterford, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

Waterford's average high-temperature in August is a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 81.3°F (27.4°C) of July. Throughout August, Waterford witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Waterford, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waterford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Waterford, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waterford in August?

In Waterford, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.3°F (26.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August in Waterford, New York, is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, in Waterford, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Waterford, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Waterford, NY

Average pressure in August - Waterford, 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
Waterford, NY

Average wind speed in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Waterford, NY

Average humidity in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in August
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Waterford, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Waterford, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Waterford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Waterford, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Waterford, NY

Average UV index in August - Waterford, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Waterford, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Waterford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Waterford, NY

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

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

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