August weather forecast
Freeport, ME

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Weather in August

August signals a gradual wind down of summer, with a slight dip in temperatures from July. The weather during this month continues to be predominantly warm, enabling a pleasant atmosphere for various activities. After the scorching heat of July, the city begins to experience slightly cooler nautical breezes. Rainfall levels see a mild increase, creating scenic moments of petrichor amidst balmy afternoons. The slow transition towards autumn creates a delightful yoking of summer warmth and the freshness of the oncoming fall.

Temperature

As August takes its course, Freeport's average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Freeport encounters an average low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In Freeport, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Freeport, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Freeport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Freeport is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Freeport, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Freeport is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Freeport?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Freeport?

The average relative humidity in August in Freeport is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Freeport?

In Freeport, Maine, in August, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Freeport?

June through October are months without snowfall.

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

In Freeport, Maine, the average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Freeport?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Freeport, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Freeport?

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Freeport have in August?

In Freeport, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Freeport?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in August
Freeport, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Freeport, ME

Average wind speed in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Freeport, ME

Average humidity in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in August
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Freeport, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Freeport, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Freeport, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in August
Freeport, ME

Average UV index in August - Freeport, 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
Freeport, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Freeport, ME

Average visibility in August - Freeport, ME
  • 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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