August weather forecast
Townsend, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Townsend, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

Townsend starts August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. An average low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) is observed during August nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.4 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August in Townsend, 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

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Townsend?

The high-temperature, in August, in Townsend, records 80.2°F (26.8°C), while the low-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Townsend, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, 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.

What month has the most sunshine in Townsend?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Townsend, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Townsend, MA

Average pressure in August - Townsend, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Townsend, MA

Average wind speed in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Townsend, MA

Average humidity in August - Townsend, 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%).

Average rainfall in August
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Townsend, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Townsend, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Townsend, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Townsend, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Townsend, MA

Average UV index in August - Townsend, 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).

Average cloud cover in August
Townsend, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Townsend, 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).

Average visibility in August
Townsend, MA

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

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

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