August weather forecastWestminster, MA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Westminster, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).Temperature
August's presence records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C), closely mirroring July's climate. Westminster sees an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) during August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Westminster is 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Westminster, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
In Westminster, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Westminster, MA
- Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Westminster, 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
Westminster, MA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Westminster, MA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Westminster, MA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Westminster, MA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Westminster, MA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Westminster, MA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Westminster, MA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
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: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Westminster, MA
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Westminster, MA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Westminster, MA
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in August
Westminster, 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).
