August weather forecast
Sudbury, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sudbury, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 81°F (27.2°C) and min 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 81°F (27.2°C), showing a minute difference from July's 82.4°F (28°C). In the month of August, an average of 62.2°F (16.8°C) marks the low-temperature in Sudbury.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Sudbury, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sudbury, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sudbury, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Sudbury, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sudbury, Massachusetts. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sudbury in August?

The high-temperature in Sudbury during August is 81°F (27.2°C) and the low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sudbury?

The average relative humidity in August in Sudbury is 74%.

How much does it rain in Sudbury in August?

In Sudbury, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sudbury?

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

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

The average day length in August in Sudbury, Massachusetts, is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Sudbury?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sudbury, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Sudbury?

The month with the most sunshine in Sudbury is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sudbury have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Sudbury, Massachusetts, is 10.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Sudbury?

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

Average temperature in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Sudbury, MA

Average pressure in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Sudbury, MA

Average wind speed in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Sudbury, MA

Average humidity in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sudbury, MA

Average rainfall in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
Sudbury, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Sudbury, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Sudbury, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Sudbury, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sudbury, 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: 10h and 3min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sudbury, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sudbury, MA

Average UV index in August - Sudbury, 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
Sudbury, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Sudbury, MA

Average visibility in August - Sudbury, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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