August weather forecast
Bethel, RI

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Weather in August

August mirrors July regarding temperate weather patterns in Bethel, maintaining similarly hot conditions. Sun-soaked days prevail, with the highest number of daily sunshine hours reaching 10.6 hours. The city, however, gets relief from the summer heat due to an eased level of humidity in contrast to the preceding month. The moderately calm gusts of wind along with relatively low pressure, give August a soothing ambiance, a fitting end to summer.

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) from July's 77.7°F (25.4°C) in Bethel's average high-temperatures. During August, Bethel consistently records a temperature low averaging a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Humidity

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in August, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bethel, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethel in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Bethel, records 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Bethel?

The average relative humidity in August in Bethel, Rhode Island, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in August?

In Bethel, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bethel?

May through October are months without snowfall in Bethel.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in August?

The average day length in August in Bethel is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Bethel?

On the first day of August in Bethel, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Bethel?

The month with the most sunshine in Bethel is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in August?

In Bethel, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Bethel?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Bethel is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bethel, RI

Average temperature in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in August
Bethel, RI

Average pressure in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Bethel, RI

Average wind speed in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Bethel, RI

Average humidity in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in August
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bethel, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Bethel, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Bethel, RI

Average UV index in August - Bethel, RI
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Bethel, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Bethel, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Bethel, RI

Average visibility in August - Bethel, RI
  • 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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