August weather forecastOakland Beach, RI
August
Weather in August
Transitional weather characterizes August in Oakland Beach, Rhode Island. The temperature does decrease ever so slightly from July's peak, still maintaining summer-like conditions. However, the rainfall amounts to only 2.13" (54mm) coexisting with the year's lowest cloud cover at 30%. Although daylight hours start to wane, they remain sufficient for continued enjoyment of outdoor summer activities. The month of August, thus, holds onto the last threads of warmth before autumn's onset.Temperature
Oakland Beach experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 80.4°F (26.9°C). In August, the recorded average low-temperature is an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Oakland Beach, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Oakland Beach, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Oakland Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average high temperature in August: 79.5°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 (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average rainfall in August: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Oakland Beach, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Oakland Beach, RI
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Oakland Beach, 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).
