August weather forecast
Hancock, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a moderately hot month in Hancock, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.4°F (23°C) and min 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Hancock notes the warmest temperatures in August, with a high average of 73.4°F (23°C) and a low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hancock, Maine, in August, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hancock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).
Note: Entering waters of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels piercing cold, and below 50°F (10°C) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In Hancock, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
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.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Hancock, Maine. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Hancock?

August, characterized by an average high temperature of 73.4°F (23°C) and a low temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C), is generally the warmest month.

What is the usual temperature for Hancock in August?

In Hancock, 73.4°F (23°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.7°F (14.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Hancock?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Hancock?

In Hancock, in August, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hancock?

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

What is the month with the warmest ocean in Hancock?

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

What is the ocean temperature in August in Hancock?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Hancock, Maine, is 56.8°F (13.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

In Hancock, Maine, the average day length in August is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Hancock?

On the first day of August in Hancock, 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.

What month has the most sunshine in Hancock?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hancock have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Hancock is 10.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Hancock?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Hancock is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hancock, ME

Average temperature in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hancock, ME

Average pressure in August - Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME

Average wind speed in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hancock, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hancock, ME

Average rainfall in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hancock, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hancock, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hancock, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Hancock, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hancock, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hancock, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hancock, ME

Average UV index in August - Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Hancock, ME

Average visibility in August - Hancock, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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