Finger Lakes region

Finger Lakes region Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in August.

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Ithaca Canandaigua Geneva Watkins Glen

Considering a trip to the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Finger Lakes region in August

The Finger Lakes region, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. August in the Finger Lakes region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Ithaca.

To explore the conditions in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Penn Yan with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Skaneateles with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ithaca enjoys about 244 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Finger Lakes region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Finger Lakes region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ithaca)

January0°C (32°F) February0°C (32°F) March6°C (43°F) April14°C (57°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August26°C (79°F) September23°C (73°F) October16°C (61°F) November9°C (48°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Finger Lakes region in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Finger Lakes region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Finger Lakes region

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Finger Lakes region (August)

Precipitation variation in the Finger Lakes region (August)

Ithaca

In August Ithaca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
244 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ithaca →

Canandaigua

In August Canandaigua generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Canandaigua →

Geneva

In August Geneva generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
244 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Geneva →

Watkins Glen

In August Watkins Glen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Watkins Glen →

Corning

In August Corning generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Finger Lakes region, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Finger Lakes region in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ithaca 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Canandaigua 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Geneva 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Watkins Glen 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Corning 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Auburn 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

The Finger Lakes region weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in August?

In August, the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America generally has perfect weather conditions. Ithaca sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in August?

Average temperatures in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America during August range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Ithaca.

Does the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America. Ithaca averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Ithaca is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Ithaca. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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