August weather forecast
West Hempstead, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in West Hempstead, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 79.2°F (26.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into August, West Hempstead notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C), closely resembling July. West Hempstead's nighttime temperatures in August display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in West Hempstead is 72%.

Rainfall

In West Hempstead, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Hempstead, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Hempstead, New York, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in West Hempstead?

In West Hempstead, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.2°F (26.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Hempstead?

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

How many days does it rain in August in West Hempstead?

In West Hempstead, during August, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Hempstead?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in West Hempstead?

In West Hempstead, New York, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in West Hempstead?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in West Hempstead?

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

When is the highest UV index in West Hempstead?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in West Hempstead?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in West Hempstead, New York, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in August - West Hempstead, 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Hempstead, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Hempstead, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

Average UV index in August
West Hempstead, NY

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

Average cloud cover in August - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
West Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in August - West Hempstead, 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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