August weather forecast
Springfield, MA

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The tall buildings of Springfield, Massachusetts, with a clear mirrored reflection in the water
The tall buildings of Springfield, Massachusetts, with a clear mirrored reflection in the water

Weather in August

As August rolls in, Springfield continues to experience summer in full swing, albeit with a slight cool-down from July. With temperatures notching slightly lower, August is a signal of the approaching end of the summertime. Springfield in August can be described as a crescendo leading to the fall's symphony, with an undercurrent of anticipation. This is an excellent time to take advantage of the weather before fall blankets the city. Nevertheless, the echoes of summer can still be heard, with Springfield, still basking in the sun's warmth.

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) from July's 82.2°F (27.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Springfield experiences an average drop to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, in August, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.4 days and collects up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Springfield are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Springfield?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Springfield, is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Springfield?

In Springfield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Springfield?

In Springfield, in August, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Springfield?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Springfield?

In August, the average day length in Springfield, Massachusetts, is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Springfield?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Springfield?

The months with the most sunshine in Springfield are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Springfield is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Springfield?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Springfield, Massachusetts, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Springfield, MA

Average temperature in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Springfield, MA

Average pressure in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Springfield, MA

Average wind speed in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Springfield, MA

Average humidity in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in August
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Springfield, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Springfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Springfield, MA

Average UV index in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Springfield, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Springfield, MA

Average visibility in August - Springfield, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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