August weather forecast
Plainfield, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Plainfield, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.7°F (13.7°C) and max 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

Plainfield's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 76.1°F (24.5°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 78.4°F (25.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Plainfield dips to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) on average during August.

Humidity

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, during August, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.8 days and collects up to 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Plainfield is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Plainfield, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plainfield in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Plainfield, records 76.1°F (24.5°C), while the low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, Massachusetts, in August, during 17.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Plainfield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in August?

In August, the average day length in Plainfield is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Plainfield?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainfield have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Plainfield, Massachusetts, is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Plainfield?

The months with the highest UV index in Plainfield, Massachusetts, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Plainfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Plainfield is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Plainfield, MA

Average temperature in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Plainfield, MA

Average pressure in August - Plainfield, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Plainfield, MA

Average wind speed in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Plainfield, MA

Average humidity in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Plainfield, MA

Average rainfall in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in August
Plainfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Plainfield, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Plainfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Plainfield, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Plainfield, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Plainfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in August
Plainfield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Plainfield, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Plainfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in August
Plainfield, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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