August weather forecast
The Forks, ME

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Weather in August

The weather in August presents a slight departure from July with temperatures dipping, albeit marginally. The maximum temperature drops to 73.4°F (23°C) while the rain garners a slight increase. Despite this, the overall climatic procedures remain pleasant, dominated by long sunshine hours. August maintains the lingering warmth of summer but hints at the impending fall, nudging a transitory phase in the weather of The Forks, Maine.

Temperature

With the advent of August, The Forks's high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in The Forks is 80%.

Rainfall

In The Forks, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In The Forks, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.2 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in The Forks.

Daylight

In The Forks, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in The Forks in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in The Forks, is 73.4°F (23°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in The Forks?

In August, the average relative humidity in The Forks, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in The Forks in August?

In The Forks, Maine, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in The Forks?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does The Forks have in August?

The average day length in August in The Forks is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in The Forks?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in The Forks, Maine, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in The Forks?

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in The Forks, Maine.

How long on average sun shines in August in The Forks?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in The Forks?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
The Forks, ME

Average temperature in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
The Forks, ME

Average pressure in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in August
The Forks, ME

Average wind speed in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
The Forks, ME

Average humidity in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in August
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 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
The Forks, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - The Forks, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
The Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
The Forks, ME

Average UV index in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
The Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
The Forks, ME

Average visibility in August - The Forks, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

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

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