Ithaca weather in August (New York State, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Ithaca this August? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Ithaca during August to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 26°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 14°C.

Precipitation

Ithaca in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 244 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Ithaca. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Ithaca, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 244 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (73 KM, 45 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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