August weather forecastWestcott, RI
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Westcott, Rhode Island, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.2°F (17.9°C) and max 79.7°F (26.5°C).Temperature
As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In Westcott, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C).Humidity
In Westcott, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westcott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Westcott, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In Westcott, 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
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Westcott, RI
- Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°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 (24.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Westcott, 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
Westcott, RI
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Westcott, 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
Westcott, RI
- Average rainfall in August: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in August
Westcott, RI
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Westcott, RI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Westcott, RI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Westcott, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Westcott, RI
- Average sunshine days in August: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Westcott, 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
Westcott, 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
Westcott, 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).
