August weather forecastPawtucket, RI
August
Weather in August
August carries forward the sweltering weather conditions from July, but with a minor dip in the overall temperatures. This month is yet another warm period in the Pawtucket calendar. Though the average temperature doesn't break the July record, it remains comfortably high at around 79.9°F (26.6°C) during the day and 63.9°F (17.7°C) at night. An idyllic weather mix with minimal rain makes August an ideal month for planning outdoor events and vacations.Temperature
The average high-temperature for August is a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. During August, Pawtucket witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).Humidity
In Pawtucket, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Pawtucket, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Pawtucket, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Pawtucket, 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
Pawtucket, RI
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average rainfall in August: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pawtucket, RI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Pawtucket, 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
Pawtucket, RI
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Pawtucket, 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
Pawtucket, RI
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Pawtucket, 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).
