August weather forecastWarwick, RI
August
Weather in August
Warwick's weather in August is slightly cooler than July, but still firmly within Rhode Island's summer range. The city sees the year's highest level of sunlight hours with 13.8 hours of daylight and up to 10.5 hours of sunshine, making it a great time for outdoor activities. The decline in temperature is slight but marks the impending arrival of the fall season. Beaches, still bathed in summertime warmth, continue to remain a popular destination. As locals and tourists bask in the season's warmth, the peacefully receding summer gradually paves the way for the mild and tranquil autumn season.Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C), nearly identical to July's 80.4°F (26.9°C). In the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 64.2°F (17.9°C).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Warwick, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Warwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C).Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 69.3°F (20.7°C). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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 sea temperature in August
Warwick, RI
- Average sea temperature in August: 69.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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
Warwick, 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).
