August weather forecastHampden, ME
August
Weather in August
August comes into Hampden with a lingering essence of summer heat. Daylight hours begin to decrease towards the latter part of the month, signifying the impending arrival of autumn. A mild decline in temperature ensues, albeit August retains much of the warmth of the flourishing summer. The summer rainfall pattern, fairly consistent from June to August, starts to slightly increase. Transitioning to September, one can anticipate a significant decrease in temperatures.Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 76.6°F (24.8°C), closely aligned with July's 77.2°F (25.1°C). Hampden observes an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) during August nights.Humidity
In Hampden, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In Hampden, in August, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hampden, there are 125.4 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.On the first day of August in Hampden, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hampden, ME
- Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Hampden, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Hampden, ME
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Hampden, ME
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Hampden, ME
- Average rainfall in August: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Hampden, ME
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hampden, ME
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hampden, ME
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hampden, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hampden, ME
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Hampden, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Hampden, ME
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in August
Hampden, ME
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
