August weather forecast
Shirley, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Shirley, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), not significantly different from the 82°F (27.8°C) of July. Throughout August, the average low-temperature dips to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In Shirley, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, in Shirley, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shirley, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Shirley, Massachusetts, is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August in Shirley, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Shirley, Massachusetts.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Shirley?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shirley, Massachusetts, are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Shirley?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Shirley in August?

In August, in Shirley, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shirley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shirley have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Shirley?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shirley, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Shirley?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Shirley?

The average sunshine duration in August in Shirley is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Shirley?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Shirley?

In Shirley, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Shirley, MA

Average temperature in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Shirley, MA

Average pressure in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Shirley, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Shirley, MA

Average humidity in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Shirley, MA

Average rainfall in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
Shirley, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Shirley, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Shirley, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Shirley, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Shirley, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Shirley, MA

Average UV index in August - Shirley, 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
Shirley, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Shirley, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Shirley, MA

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

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

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