August weather forecast
Sunset, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in Sunset, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

August is the month when Sunset's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and lows of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Sunset is 84%.

Rainfall

In Sunset, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sunset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Sunset.

Daylight

In Sunset, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Sunset, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Sunset?

The average temperatures in Sunset, Maine, reach their apex in August, averaging 68.9°F (20.5°C) at the high end and 59.9°F (15.5°C) at the low end.

What is the temperature in August in Sunset?

During August, Sunset experiences an average high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sunset?

In Sunset, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How much does it rain in Sunset in August?

In Sunset, in August, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sunset?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Sunset?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sunset?

On the first day of August in Sunset, Maine, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Sunset?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Sunset, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Sunset, Maine, is 10.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Sunset?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sunset, ME

Average temperature in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in August
Sunset, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Sunset, ME

Average wind speed in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Sunset, ME

Average humidity in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in August
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Sunset, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Sunset, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sunset, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sunset, 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: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sunset, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sunset, ME

Average UV index in August - Sunset, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Sunset, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Sunset, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Sunset, ME

Average visibility in August - Sunset, 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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