August weather forecastQuincy, MA
August
Weather in August
August maintains July’s weather legacy, with towering temperatures and long sunlit days. The wind speed drops to its yearly low, providing respite from its gusts and creating an amicable weather for beach and water activities. Rainfall dwindles, making long unhindered outings feasible. Coupled with the appealing weather, Quincy's outdoor charm is at its peak in August.Temperature
August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) from July. During August, Quincy sees a mean low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Humidity
In Quincy, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In August, in Quincy, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout August, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Quincy, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Quincy, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Quincy, MA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.2°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 (34°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Quincy, MA
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Quincy, MA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").
Average rainfall days in August
Quincy, MA
- Average rainfall days in August: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Quincy, MA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Quincy, MA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quincy, MA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Quincy, MA
- Average sunshine days in August: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Quincy, 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).
