August weather forecast
Hardwick, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hardwick, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

As Hardwick transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C), nearly the same as the previous 81.5°F (27.5°C). In Hardwick, the August nights cool down to an average low of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

In Hardwick, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Hardwick, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hardwick, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hardwick, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Hardwick, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Hardwick, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Hardwick?

August temperatures in Hardwick vary between a high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and a low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Hardwick?

The average relative humidity in August in Hardwick is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hardwick in August?

In Hardwick, in August, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hardwick?

June through September are months without snowfall in Hardwick, Massachusetts.

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

In Hardwick, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hardwick?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hardwick have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Hardwick?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Hardwick?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hardwick, MA

Average temperature in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hardwick, MA

Average pressure in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Hardwick, MA

Average wind speed in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hardwick, MA

Average humidity in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hardwick, MA

Average rainfall in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.24"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hardwick, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hardwick, MA

Average snowfall in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hardwick, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Hardwick, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hardwick, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hardwick, MA

Average UV index in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
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
Hardwick, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Hardwick, MA

Average visibility in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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