August weather forecast
Oxford, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Oxford, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) from July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). August in Oxford, Massachusetts, witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oxford, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Oxford, sunrise is at 5:41 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.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Oxford.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Oxford?

In August, in Oxford, the average high-temperature is 79.5°F (26.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Oxford?

In Oxford, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Oxford?

In Oxford, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oxford?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Oxford?

The average day length in August in Oxford, Massachusetts, is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Oxford?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 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 month has the most sunshine in Oxford?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Oxford, Massachusetts, is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Oxford?

In Oxford, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Oxford, MA

Average temperature in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°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 (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Oxford, MA

Average wind speed in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Oxford, MA

Average humidity in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

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
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Oxford, MA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 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
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine is 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
Oxford, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Oxford, MA

Average UV index in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Oxford, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Oxford, MA

Average visibility in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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