August weather forecast
Highland Park, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Highland Park, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 77.2°F (25.1°C).

Temperature

August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.2°F (25.1°C), showing little deviation from July. August is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Highland Park, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

In August, in Highland Park, the average high-temperature is 77.2°F (25.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Highland Park, during August, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Highland Park, 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 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Park have in August?

In Highland Park, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Highland Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Highland Park, ME

Average temperature in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Highland Park, ME

Average pressure in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Highland Park, ME

Average wind speed in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Highland Park, ME

Average humidity in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Highland Park, ME

Average rainfall in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in August
Highland Park, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Highland Park, ME

Average snowfall in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Highland Park, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Highland Park, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Highland Park, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Highland Park, ME

Average UV index in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Highland Park, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Highland Park, ME

Average visibility in August - Highland Park, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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