August weather forecast
Caribou, ME

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Weather in August

August sees a slight decline in temperature from July's peak, yet remains comfortably warm. It is the last full month of summer, before the autumn transition begins. The warm weather combined with extended daylight hours keeps outdoor enthusiasts active and the vegetation in full bloom. The annual Crown of Maine Balloon Fest elevates the month's charm with colorful hot air balloons adorning the blue sky in the city.

Temperature

Caribou, Maine, starts August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. In August, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Caribou, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Caribou, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Caribou, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Caribou, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in August transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

Caribou in August has an average high-temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Caribou, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Caribou, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Caribou have in August?

In Caribou, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Caribou, ME

Average temperature in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Caribou, ME

Average pressure in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Caribou, ME

Average wind speed in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Caribou, ME

Average humidity in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Caribou, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Caribou, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Caribou, ME

Average UV index in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Caribou, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in August
Caribou, ME

Average visibility in August - Caribou, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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