August weather forecast
Maricopa, AZ

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Weather in August

August replicates July's weather pattern, with the main highlights being the high temperature and significant rainfall. The city finds respite from relentless sun with marginally increased cloud coverage and shorter daylight hours. Wind speed continues to roll back marginally, contributing to the hot and humid weather pattern. August's temperature wavers from 83.8°F (28.8°C) to 101.7°F (38.7°C), maintaining the summer highs. With the closure of August, Maricopa steadily steps towards a declining temperature trend signaling the arrival of autumn.

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still fiery hot 101.7°F (38.7°C), closely aligned with July's 102.4°F (39.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 83.8°F (28.8°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 32%.

Rainfall

In Maricopa, Arizona, in August, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maricopa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.4 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Maricopa, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 12.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in August transforms into this advice:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Maricopa in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 101.7°F (38.7°C) and a low-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 32%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout August, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:53 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maricopa have in August?

In Maricopa, the average sunshine duration in August is 12.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average temperature in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average high temperature in August: 101.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (102.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 83.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average pressure in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average wind speed in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average humidity in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average humidity in August: 32%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

Average rainfall in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average rainfall in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average rainfall days in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average sunshine days in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average UV index in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average cloud cover in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Maricopa, AZ

Average visibility in August - Maricopa, AZ
  • 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).

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