August weather forecastNew Shoreham, RI
August
Weather in August
August offers a continuation of July's weather pattern with the highest sea temperatures of the year at 70°F (21.1°C), perfect for diving and other water sports. Daily high temperatures remain stable, keeping the warm summer vibe alive. In spite of the persistent outdoor heat this month, the average wind speed starts to increase from its low in July. With ample sunshine and high temperatures, August maintains the city’s lively summertime spirit.Temperature
August, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low of 69.1°F (20.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In New Shoreham, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Shoreham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.9 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In New Shoreham, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 69.8°F (21°C).Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 69.8°F (21°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average high temperature in August: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in August
New Shoreham, RI
- 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average wind speed in August: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).
Average humidity in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average rainfall in August: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average sea temperature in August: 70°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (39°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).
Average UV index in August
New Shoreham, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
New Shoreham, RI
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
New Shoreham, 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).
