Mild
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
August verdict
Rochester, New York, United States in August
Weather score66Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.6h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 83mm, so some wet days are possible.
August weather
Monthly averages
Temp
26°C
Rain
83mm
Sun
8.6h
Sea
22°C
Weather score
66
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 83mm, so some wet days are possible.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.6h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 22°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare Rochester, New York, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
August26°C average high
August is one of Rochester's warmest months, with daytime heat above the yearly average.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
August83mm average rain
August is one of Rochester's wettest months, so rain is likely to be a major planning factor.
Driest monthsJanuary to July and September to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
August8.6 hours average sun
August is brighter than Rochester's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
August22°C average sea
August is one of Rochester's warmest sea months, when swimming comfort is usually strongest.
Warmest seaJuly to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 21°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
August66 weather score
August scores above Rochester's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsJuly to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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