August weather forecast
Old Orchard Beach, ME

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Weather in August

August sustains the summer vibe in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, with ample sunshine and continued warm temperatures. Despite the slight reduction of daylight hours, the ambience remains very summery. The ocean temperature reaches its yearly peak, hitting 63.7°F (17.6°C), setting a comfortable stage for sea-related activities. As the town welcomes visitors seeking sunlit leisure, the hum of summer continues to resonate. The warm sunshine makes it a wonderful time for beach-side picnics, ice-creams, and glorious sunsets.

Temperature

In Old Orchard Beach, the highest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Old Orchard Beach is 81%.

Rainfall

In Old Orchard Beach, in August, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Old Orchard Beach, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Old Orchard Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Old Orchard Beach is August, with an average ocean temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 63.9°F (17.7°C) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 69.8°F (21°C), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Old Orchard Beach is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index in Old Orchard Beach. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Old Orchard Beach?

The average temperatures in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, reach their apex in August, averaging 72.9°F (22.7°C) at the high end and 61.5°F (16.4°C) at the low end.

What is the average August temperature in Old Orchard Beach?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, during August are 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Old Orchard Beach?

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Old Orchard Beach in August?

In Old Orchard Beach, in August, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Old Orchard Beach?

In Old Orchard Beach, Maine, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the month with the warmest ocean in Old Orchard Beach?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Old Orchard Beach, with an average ocean temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).

What is the ocean temperature in August in Old Orchard Beach?

In Old Orchard Beach, in August, the average water temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C). Swimming in 63.9°F (17.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in August in Old Orchard Beach?

In August, the average day length in Old Orchard Beach is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Old Orchard Beach?

On the first day of August in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Old Orchard Beach?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Old Orchard Beach?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Old Orchard Beach?

August is the month with the highest UV index in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Old Orchard Beach?

In Old Orchard Beach, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average temperature in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average pressure in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average wind speed in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average humidity in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average rainfall in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average snowfall in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 63.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (63.7°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
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average UV index in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
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
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Average visibility in August - Old Orchard Beach, 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).

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