August weather forecast
Taunton, MA

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Weather in August

August continues the summer trends with slightly lowered temperatures from July and mass abundance of sunshine. This period displays the minimum cloud cover of the year, with only 32% cloudiness on average. As the last full month of summer, August carries on the legacy of its predecessor July and paves the path for the gradual transition into the fall season. Despite the slight cooldown, the sweltering heat largely remains, still encouraging summer festivities.

Temperature

Taunton records an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Taunton, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Taunton, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Taunton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Taunton, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Taunton are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Taunton?

During August, Taunton experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Taunton?

In Taunton, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Taunton?

In Taunton, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Taunton?

June through October are months without snowfall in Taunton, Massachusetts.

How many hours of daylight does Taunton have in August?

In Taunton, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Taunton?

On the first day of August in Taunton, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Taunton?

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Taunton?

In Taunton, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Taunton?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Taunton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Taunton is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Taunton, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Taunton, MA

Average pressure in August - Taunton, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Taunton, MA

Average wind speed in August - Taunton, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Taunton, MA

Average humidity in August - Taunton, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Taunton, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in August
Taunton, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Taunton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Taunton, MA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Taunton, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Taunton, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Taunton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Taunton, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Taunton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Taunton, MA

Average UV index in August - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Taunton, MA

Average visibility in August - Taunton, 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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