Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.6°F (27°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Forest Hills's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Forest Hills, New York, are August and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Forest Hills, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Forest Hills, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Forest Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Forest Hills, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, in Forest Hills, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Forest Hills are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Forest Hills, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Forest Hills, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Forest Hills, 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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