August weather forecastOak Bluffs, MA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is a warm month in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.8°F (23.2°C) and min 68.9°F (20.5°C).Temperature
August proves to be the warmest month, recording an average peak temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C).Humidity
In Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout August, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.3 rainfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C).Note: Swimming in water at 68.5°F (20.3°C) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In Oak Bluffs, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average high temperature in August: 73.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Oak Bluffs, 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
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average wind speed in August: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average rainfall days in August: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average sea temperature in August: 68.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.9°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average sunshine days in August: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (18.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Oak Bluffs, 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
Oak Bluffs, MA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Oak Bluffs, 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).
