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 temperature in the range of an average low of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average high of 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

August, having an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C), is the warmest month.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Harwich Port, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harwich Port, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 67.5°F (19.7°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 69.8°F (21°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 in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Harwich Port?

Harwich Port's temperature records reveal August as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 71.6°F (22°C) and lows of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What is the usual temperature for Harwich Port in August?

During August, Harwich Port experiences an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and a low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Harwich Port?

The average relative humidity in August in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Harwich Port?

In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, in August, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Harwich Port?

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

When is the ocean warmest in Harwich Port?

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

How cold is the water in August in Harwich Port?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Harwich Port 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?

The average day length in August in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Harwich Port?

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 in Harwich Port?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Harwich Port?

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

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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