August weather forecastNewburyport, MA
August
Weather in August
August, while still residing in the summer season, shows initially small yet noticeable shifts toward the ensuing fall in Newburyport. Average high temperatures remain at 77°F (25°C), matching the warmth of July. With the lowest average cloud cover, August days are often filled with sunshine and blue skies, even though the length of daylight starts to decrease. Interestingly, despite the high temperatures, rainfall tends to be minimal, resulting in drier days. The sea temperature peaks during this month, thereby affecting the overall climate.Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 77°F (25°C), subtly diverging from July's 77.5°F (25.3°C). August brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 63°F (17.2°C).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Newburyport is 77%.Rainfall
In Newburyport, during August, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Newburyport, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.Note: Swimming in 64.4°F (18°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:19 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 June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average high temperature in August: 77°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average sea temperature in August: 64°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Newburyport, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Newburyport, MA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Newburyport, 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).
