August weather forecastOgunquit, ME
August
Weather in August
The full spirit of summer continues in August in Ogunquit, Maine. With temperatures dropping only slightly from July, outdoor activity remains highly favored while day and night transitions are filled with coastal beauty. The average high temperature for this month levels off at 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the low at 60.6°F (15.9°C). The still-warm ocean waters make for memorable swimming and boating experiences.Temperature
The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Ogunquit reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) in August.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Ogunquit, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ogunquit, snow does not fall in June through October.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 65.7°F (18.7°C) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average rainfall in August: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average sea temperature in August: 65.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ogunquit, ME
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Ogunquit, 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).
