August weather forecastCape Cod National Seashore, MA

August

Weather in August

August continues the peak summer conditions at Cape Cod National Seashore. The sea temperature reaches another high, with an average of 67.5°F (19.7°C) marking the warmest in the year. Daylight hours start their gradual decline from the peak in June and July but remain significant. August, sandwiched between July and September, keeps the favorable weather patterns of summer before the ensuing autumn.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C).
Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 67.5°F (19.7°C). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Frequently asked questions

With an average ocean temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.

In Cape Cod National Seashore, Massachusetts, in August, the average water temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C). For most, swimming in 67.5°F (19.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

The average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Average sea temperature in August
Cape Cod National Seashore, MA

  • Average sea temperature in August: 67.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).

Average daylight in August
Cape Cod National Seashore, MA

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).