August weather forecast
Watkins Glen, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Watkins Glen, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) from July's 79.7°F (26.5°C). August nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Watkins Glen is 79%.

Rainfall

In Watkins Glen, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Watkins Glen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Watkins Glen, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Watkins Glen is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Watkins Glen, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

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 medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Watkins Glen?

In Watkins Glen, in August, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Watkins Glen?

The average relative humidity in August in Watkins Glen, New York, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Watkins Glen in August?

In Watkins Glen, New York, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Watkins Glen?

In Watkins Glen, New York, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Watkins Glen?

In Watkins Glen, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Watkins Glen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watkins Glen, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Watkins Glen?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Watkins Glen?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Watkins Glen?

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

Average temperature in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average pressure in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average wind speed in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average humidity in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Watkins Glen, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average UV index in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Watkins Glen, NY

Average visibility in August - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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