August weather forecastScituate, MA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Scituate, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and an average low of 65.1°F (18.4°C).Temperature
The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 75.9°F (24.4°C), subtly shifted from July's 76.5°F (24.7°C). Scituate encounters a steady low-temperature average of 65.1°F (18.4°C) throughout the month of August.Humidity
In Scituate, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Scituate, Massachusetts, in August, during 10.9 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scituate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Scituate, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Scituate, MA
- Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Scituate, 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
Scituate, MA
- Average wind speed in August: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in August
Scituate, MA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Scituate, MA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Scituate, MA
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Scituate, MA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Scituate, MA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Scituate, MA
- Average sea temperature in August: 67.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Scituate, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Scituate, MA
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Scituate, 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
Scituate, MA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Scituate, 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).
