August weather forecast
Calais, ME

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Weather in August

In August, Calais experiences sultry weather, with high temperatures nearly as hot as July. The summer heat lingers, and the city continues to enjoy extended daylight hours and frequent sunny spells. With the decrease in rainfall, August becomes the driest month of the year, recording just 1.77" (45mm) of rain. Despite the continuous heat.The city starts to witness a shrinking of daylight hours, signaling the nearing end of summer. Optimizing the warm weather, residents make the most of their time outdoors before the arrival of fall.

Temperature

August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C), subtly differing from July's 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout August, the nighttime temperature in Calais averages to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically collects 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Calais, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Calais is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:07 pm ADT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Calais.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Calais, Maine. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Calais?

The high-temperature during August is 74.3°F (23.5°C) and the low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Calais?

In August, the average relative humidity in Calais, Maine, is 79%.

What is the driest month in Calais?

August is the month with the least rainfall in Calais. Rain falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Calais?

In August, in Calais, Maine, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Calais?

June through September are months without snowfall in Calais, Maine.

How many hours of daylight does Calais have in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Calais?

On the first day of August in Calais, Maine, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:07 pm ADT.

What month has the most sunshine in Calais?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Calais?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

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

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Calais.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Calais?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Calais, ME

Average temperature in August - Calais, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Calais, ME

Average pressure in August - Calais, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Calais, ME

Average wind speed in August - Calais, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Calais, ME

Average humidity in August - Calais, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Calais, ME

Average rainfall in August - Calais, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in August
Calais, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Calais, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Calais, ME

Average snowfall in August - Calais, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Calais, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Calais, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Calais, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Calais, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Calais, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Calais, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Calais, ME

Average UV index in August - Calais, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Calais, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Calais, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Calais, ME

Average visibility in August - Calais, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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