August weather forecast
Gorham, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Gorham, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average high of 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

Gorham registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.2°F (24°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. The nights of August in Gorham anticipate an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gorham, during August, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.6 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Gorham is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Gorham.

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: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. 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 is the usual temperature for Gorham in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gorham, Maine, are 75.2°F (24°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Gorham?

The average relative humidity in August in Gorham, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gorham in August?

In August, in Gorham, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gorham?

In Gorham, Maine, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Gorham have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gorham?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gorham, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Gorham?

The month with the most sunshine in Gorham, Maine, is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gorham have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Gorham, Maine, is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Gorham?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Gorham?

In Gorham, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Gorham, ME

Average temperature in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Gorham, ME

Average pressure in August - Gorham, 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
Gorham, ME

Average wind speed in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Gorham, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gorham, ME

Average rainfall in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Gorham, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Gorham, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Gorham, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Gorham, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gorham, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gorham, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Gorham, ME

Average UV index in August - Gorham, 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
Gorham, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Gorham, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Gorham, ME

Average visibility in August - Gorham, 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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