August weather forecast
Franklin, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Franklin, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

Peak temperatures are observed in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Franklin.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).
Note: Being in 56.8°F (13.8°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Franklin, Maine, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Franklin, Maine, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Franklin, Maine, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Franklin?

The warmest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 75.4°F (24.1°C).

What are August temperatures in Franklin?

The high-temperature, in August, in Franklin, is 75.4°F (24.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Franklin?

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

How much does it rain in Franklin in August?

In Franklin, Maine, during August, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Franklin?

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

What month is the ocean warmest in Franklin?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Franklin, with an average ocean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

How cold is the water in August in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average seawater temperature in August is 56.8°F (13.8°C). Swimming in 56.8°F (13.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Franklin?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Franklin?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Franklin, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Franklin, ME

Average temperature in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Franklin, ME

Average pressure in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Franklin, ME

Average wind speed in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Franklin, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Franklin, ME

Average rainfall in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
Franklin, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Franklin, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Franklin, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Franklin, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 56.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Franklin, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Franklin, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Franklin, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Franklin, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Franklin, ME

Average UV index in August - Franklin, 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
Franklin, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Franklin, ME

Average visibility in August - Franklin, ME
  • 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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