August weather forecast
Lewiston, ME

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Weather in August

While August continues Lewiston's summer stretch, it brings along a slight dip in maximum temperature from the July peak. The weather remains warm and agreeable, making it an ideal month for outdoor activities. Cloud coverage increases slightly more than that of July, providing a balance between sun and shade. As the days progress, indications of an approaching fall season start budding, marking the beginning of an end to summer.

Temperature

Lewiston, Maine, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in August, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. In August, the average low-temperature is a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Lewiston is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lewiston, in August, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lewiston, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, in Lewiston, Maine, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk 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:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lewiston in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Lewiston, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lewiston?

The average relative humidity in August in Lewiston, Maine, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Lewiston in August?

In Lewiston, in August, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lewiston?

June through September are months without snowfall in Lewiston.

How many hours of daylight does Lewiston have in August?

In August, the average day length in Lewiston is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Lewiston?

On the first day of August in Lewiston, Maine, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Lewiston?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lewiston have in August?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Lewiston?

In Lewiston, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lewiston, ME

Average temperature in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lewiston, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Lewiston, ME

Average wind speed in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lewiston, ME

Average humidity in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lewiston, ME

Average rainfall in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lewiston, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lewiston, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lewiston, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Lewiston, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lewiston, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lewiston, ME

Average UV index in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lewiston, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Lewiston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
Lewiston, ME

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

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

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