August weather forecast
Acton, MT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Acton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

August ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in Acton in August, with an average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 40%.

Rainfall

In Acton, during August, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Acton, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Acton, Montana, is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Acton is 11.6h.

UV index

In Acton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Acton in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Acton, is 83.5°F (28.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the least humid month in Acton?

August is the least humid month in Acton, Montana, with an average relative humidity of 40%.

What is the average humidity in August in Acton?

In August, the average relative humidity in Acton, Montana, is 40%.

How much does it rain in Acton in August?

In August, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout August, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Acton?

June through August are months without snowfall in Acton, Montana.

Does it snow in Acton in August?

In Acton, Montana, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

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

In August, the average day length in Acton is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Acton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:54 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Acton have in August?

In Acton, Montana, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.6h.

How high is the UV index in August in Acton?

In Acton, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Acton, MT

Average temperature in August - Acton, MT
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Acton, MT

Average pressure in August - Acton, MT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Acton, MT

Average wind speed in August - Acton, MT
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Acton, MT

Average humidity in August - Acton, MT
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in August
Acton, MT

Average rainfall in August - Acton, MT
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Acton, MT

Average rainfall days in August - Acton, MT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Acton, MT

Average snowfall in August - Acton, MT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Acton, MT

Average snowfall days in August - Acton, MT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Acton, MT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Acton, MT
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Acton, MT

Average sunshine days in August - Acton, MT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Acton, MT

Average UV index in August - Acton, MT
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Acton, MT

Average cloud cover in August - Acton, MT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Acton, MT

Average visibility in August - Acton, MT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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