August weather forecast
Rumford, ME

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Weather in August

Though temperatures remain much the same, August signals a mild decrease in daylight hours in Rumford. However, it still thrives in the summer atmosphere with no snowfall and much sun to bask in. Residents often enjoy water-related activities to combat the occasional heat wave. Vegetable gardens rich with tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchinis paint a vivid tableau. Diminishing daylight does not put a damper on the festivities as residents engage in bonfires and late-night barbeques.

Temperature

Rumford experiences a transition to a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 76.8°F (24.9°C). During August nights, Rumford documents a marked contrast from daily highs, with an average temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, in Rumford, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rumford, Maine, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rumford, Maine, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Rumford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rumford, Maine, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Rumford?

In Rumford, 75.6°F (24.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 53.4°F (11.9°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Rumford?

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

How much does it rain in Rumford in August?

In August, in Rumford, Maine, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rumford?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Rumford have in August?

The average day length in August in Rumford, Maine, is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Rumford?

On the first day of August in Rumford, Maine, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Rumford?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rumford have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Rumford is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rumford?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Rumford?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Rumford, Maine, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rumford, ME

Average temperature in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rumford, ME

Average pressure in August - Rumford, 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
Rumford, ME

Average wind speed in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rumford, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rumford, ME

Average rainfall in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rumford, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rumford, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rumford, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 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
Rumford, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rumford, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rumford, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rumford, ME

Average UV index in August - Rumford, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rumford, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
Rumford, ME

Average visibility in August - Rumford, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).

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