August weather forecastFarmington, ME
August
Weather in August
As the swan song of summer begins in August, Farmington enjoys similar temperatures to July. Though a minor decrease is seen in the mercury levels, it is not a significant change from the preceding month. With the high pressure from the Atlantic Ocean, Farmington still basks in balmy weather, providing ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits.Temperature
The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.7°F (24.3°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Farmington, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In Farmington, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Farmington, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Farmington, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Farmington, ME
- Average high temperature in August: 75.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 54.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Farmington, ME
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Farmington, ME
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Farmington, ME
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Farmington, ME
- Average rainfall in August: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").
Average rainfall days in August
Farmington, ME
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Farmington, ME
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Farmington, ME
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Farmington, ME
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Farmington, ME
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Farmington, ME
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Farmington, ME
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in August
Farmington, ME
- Average visibility in August: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).
