August weather forecast
West Copake, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Copake, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in West Copake's average high-temperature at the onset of August, reaching a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). West Copake experiences a mean temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Copake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In West Copake, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during August morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In West Copake, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.3°F (26.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In West Copake, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In West Copake, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Copake, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does West Copake have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Copake have in August?

In West Copake, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
West Copake, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in August
West Copake, NY

Average pressure in August - West Copake, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
West Copake, NY

Average wind speed in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
West Copake, NY

Average humidity in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in August
West Copake, NY

Average rainfall in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in August
West Copake, NY

Average rainfall days in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Copake, NY

Average snowfall in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Copake, NY

Average snowfall days in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Copake, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Copake, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Copake, NY

Average sunshine days in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in August
West Copake, NY

Average UV index in August - West Copake, 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
West Copake, NY

Average cloud cover in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
West Copake, NY

Average visibility in August - West Copake, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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