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Rochester, NY Weather on August 26
August 26th in Rochester, NY typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 81°F and lows near 59°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 2021 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1987 (60°F) — a 19°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 27% of August 26th dates historically, with the wettest August 26th recording 0.57" of rain. The last decade has been 1.4°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Rochester, NY? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 26 Weather Records for Rochester
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Rochester, NY is 91°F, set in 1993.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 44°F in 1989.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 2 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Rochester?
The warmest August 26 in Rochester, NY reached 91°F in 1993. That is 10°F above the long-term average high of 81°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Rochester?
The coldest August 26 in Rochester, NY dropped to 44°F in 1989. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 59°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Rochester?
On August 26, Rochester averages a high of 81°F and a low of 59°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ROCHESTER GTR INTL.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Rochester?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Rochester, NY, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Rochester
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 52°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2024 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 62°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2022 | 81°F | 64°F | 0.57" | -- |
| 2021 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 72°F | 56°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2019 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 85°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 72°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 85°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 72°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 79°F | 65°F | 0.47" | -- |
| 2012 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 76°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 70°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 74°F | 57°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2008 | 73°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 77°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 76°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 85°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 82°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 82°F | 62°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2002 | 84°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 87°F | 66°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 2000 | 79°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 78°F | 66°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 1998 | 78°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 77°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 83°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 82°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 91°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 87°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 77°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 76°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 69°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 51°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1985 | 85°F | 64°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1984 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 86°F | 67°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1982 | 78°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 78°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 86°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 76°F | 56°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1978 | 78°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 81°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 86°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 88°F | 63°F | 0.35" | -- |
| 1974 | 87°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 86°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 84°F | 63°F | 0.02" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ROCHESTER GTR INTL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Rochester, NY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.