August weather forecast
Rhode Island, NY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Rhode Island, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.9°F (24.4°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. During August, Rhode Island observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In Rhode Island, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rhode Island, in August, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rhode Island, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Rhode Island, New York.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Rhode Island is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Rhode Island. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Rhode Island?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, in August, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rhode Island?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Rhode Island have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Rhode Island?

On the first day of August in Rhode Island, New York, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Rhode Island?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Rhode Island is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Rhode Island?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Rhode Island, New York.

How high is the UV index in August in Rhode Island?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average temperature in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average pressure in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average wind speed in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average humidity in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average rainfall in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average snowfall in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 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
Rhode Island, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average UV index in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Rhode Island, NY

Average visibility in August - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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