August weather forecast
Holden, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Holden, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 79°F (26.1°C), from a not significantly different 81.1°F (27.3°C). Throughout August, a steady low-temperature average of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Holden, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Holden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Holden, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, in Holden, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Holden?

In Holden, 79°F (26.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Holden?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Holden in August?

In Holden, Massachusetts, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Holden?

June through September are months without snowfall in Holden.

How many hours of daylight does Holden have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Holden?

On the first day of August in Holden, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Holden?

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Holden, Massachusetts.

How many hours of sunshine does Holden have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Holden?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Holden?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Holden, Massachusetts, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Holden, MA

Average temperature in August - Holden, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Holden, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Holden, MA

Average wind speed in August - Holden, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Holden, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Holden, MA

Average rainfall in August - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in August
Holden, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Holden, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Holden, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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
Holden, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Holden, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Holden, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Holden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Holden, MA

Average UV index in August - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Holden, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
Holden, MA

Average visibility in August - Holden, 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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