Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Watkins Glen with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Watkins Glen in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Watkins Glen with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 18°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Watkins Glen will be around 27°C, with nights close to 16°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 192 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 37% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Watkins Glen. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Watkins Glen in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
192 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Watkins Glen?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Watkins Glen. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Watkins Glen in August
With 34°C, Watkins Glen hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Watkins Glen
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Watkins Glen, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Watkins Glen
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Watkins Glen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Watkins Glen.
Daily UV Index in August in Watkins Glen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Watkins Glen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Watkins Glen Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Watkins Glen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Watkins Glen Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Watkins Glen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Watkins Glen
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Average Weather in Watkins Glen by Month
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