August weather forecast
Harwich Port, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Harwich Port, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.6°F (22°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

August tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 71.6°F (22°C) and a low of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Harwich Port, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Harwich Port, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Harwich Port, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Harwich Port, with an average ocean temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 67.5°F (19.7°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Harwich Port, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?

With average high and low temperatures of 71.6°F (22°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C) respectively, August is Harwich Port's warmest month.

What is the usual temperature for Harwich Port in August?

In Harwich Port, 71.6°F (22°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.2°F (20.1°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Harwich Port, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Harwich Port, during August, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Harwich Port, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the month with the warmest ocean?

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

What is the ocean temperature in August?

In Harwich Port, in August, the average water temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Harwich Port have in August?

In August, the average day length in Harwich Port is 13h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Harwich Port?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Harwich Port?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Harwich Port?

In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average temperature in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Harwich Port, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average wind speed in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average humidity in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average rainfall in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average snowfall in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average sea temperature in August - Harwich Port, 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 /
Average sunshine in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harwich Port, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

Average UV index in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average UV index in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Harwich Port, MA

Average visibility in August - Harwich Port, MA
  • 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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