August weather forecast
Waban, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Waban, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81°F (27.2°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

Waban experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) is experienced.

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Waban, in August, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waban, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.9 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Waban, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In Waban, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Waban is August, 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. A UV Index estimate 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 daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Waban?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Waban, is 81°F (27.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Waban?

In Waban, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August in Waban?

In August, in Waban, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Waban?

In Waban, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in June through October.

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

In Waban, Massachusetts, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Waban?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waban, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Waban?

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Waban, Massachusetts.

How long on average sun shines in August in Waban?

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

When is the highest UV index in Waban?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Waban?

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

Average temperature in August - Waban, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Waban, MA

Average pressure in August - Waban, 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
Waban, MA

Average wind speed in August - Waban, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Waban, MA

Average humidity in August - Waban, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Waban, MA

Average rainfall in August - Waban, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Waban, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Waban, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Waban, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Waban, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Waban, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Waban, 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Waban, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Waban, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Waban, MA

Average UV index in August - Waban, 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
Waban, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Waban, 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
Waban, MA

Average visibility in August - Waban, 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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