August Rainfall and Precipitation in New York State
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New York State, the United States of America in August.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
New York State precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does New York State, the United States of America receive in August?
New York City often experiences a notable amount of rain in August, with an average of about 122 mm (4.8 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.
How many days does it rain in New York State, the United States of America in August?
On average, New York City has about 10 days days of rain in August.
Is August part of the rainy season in New York State, the United States of America?
August is generally a drier month for New York State, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in August in New York State, the United States of America?
Based on our records, Kingston receives the most rainfall in New York State, the United States of America in August, averaging about 148 mm (5.8 in).
What is the driest city in August in New York State, the United States of America?
Based on our database, Niagara Falls sees the least rainfall in New York State, the United States of America in August, with around 61 mm (2.4 in) on average.
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