August weather forecastLee, ME
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Lee, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C) and an average low of 55.4°F (13°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, Lee's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In Lee, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to a mild 55.4°F (13°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Lee, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Lee, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Lee, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 3min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Lee, ME
- Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 55.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Lee, ME
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Lee, ME
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Lee, ME
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Lee, ME
- Average rainfall in August: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Lee, ME
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lee, ME
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Lee, ME
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lee, ME
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- 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: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lee, ME
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Lee, 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
Lee, ME
- Average cloud cover in August: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in August
Lee, ME
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
