August weather forecast
Rochester, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Rochester, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average high of 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

Rochester's warmest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Rochester is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Rochester, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Rochester, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rochester are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Rochester?

August is the month when Rochester, Massachusetts, experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What are the temperatures in Rochester in August?

In Rochester, 76.6°F (24.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 66.7°F (19.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Rochester?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Rochester?

In Rochester, Massachusetts, in August, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

June through September are months without snowfall in Rochester, Massachusetts.

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

The average day length in August in Rochester is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Rochester?

On the first day of August in Rochester, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Rochester?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Rochester, Massachusetts, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Rochester?

The months with the highest UV index in Rochester, Massachusetts, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Rochester?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rochester, Massachusetts, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rochester, MA

Average temperature in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rochester, MA

Average pressure in August - Rochester, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Rochester, MA

Average wind speed in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rochester, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rochester, MA

Average rainfall in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rochester, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rochester, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rochester, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Rochester, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rochester, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rochester, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rochester, MA

Average UV index in August - Rochester, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rochester, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Rochester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Rochester, MA

Average visibility in August - Rochester, 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).

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