August weather forecast
South Dover, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Dover, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.7°F (12.6°C) and max 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

South Dover in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C), indicating a slight variation from July's 77.2°F (25.1°C). South Dover experiences a consistent average temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) throughout the nights in August.

Humidity

In South Dover, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Dover, Maine, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Dover, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in South Dover, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Dover in August?

The high-temperature in South Dover, Maine, during August is 75.9°F (24.4°C) and the low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in South Dover?

The average relative humidity in August in South Dover is 79%.

How much does it rain in South Dover in August?

In South Dover, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in South Dover?

June through September are months without snowfall in South Dover.

How many hours of daylight does South Dover have in August?

In August, the average day length in South Dover is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in South Dover?

On the first day of August in South Dover, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in South Dover?

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in South Dover, Maine.

How long on average sun shines in August in South Dover?

The average sunshine duration in August in South Dover is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in South Dover?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in South Dover, Maine.

What is the UV index reading in August in South Dover?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Dover, ME

Average temperature in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
South Dover, ME

Average pressure in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
South Dover, ME

Average wind speed in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
South Dover, ME

Average humidity in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
South Dover, ME

Average rainfall in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
South Dover, ME

Average rainfall days in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
South Dover, ME

Average snowfall in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
South Dover, ME

Average snowfall days in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
South Dover, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Dover, 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 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
South Dover, ME

Average sunshine days in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
South Dover, ME

Average UV index in August - South Dover, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
South Dover, ME

Average cloud cover in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
South Dover, ME

Average visibility in August - South Dover, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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