August weather forecast
Houlton, ME

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Weather in August

August in Houlton, Maine carries on the warmth of summer, with highs lingering around 74.5°F (23.6°C) and lows settling at 53.8°F (12.1°C). This month typically exhibits continued summer conditions that favor outdoor activities and summer festivities. Although the peak summer heat starts to taper off, the climate remains comfortably warm throughout the month. The increased sunshine hours keep spirits high. As the month concludes, subtle hints of the forthcoming autumn start to emerge.

Temperature

August's weather in Houlton displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.5°F (23.6°C), slightly varied from July's 75.9°F (24.4°C). Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Houlton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during August translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Houlton, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Houlton, in August, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Houlton have in August?

In Houlton, the average day length in August is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Houlton, ME

Average pressure in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Houlton, ME

Average wind speed in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Houlton, ME

Average humidity in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Houlton, ME

Average rainfall in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in August
Houlton, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Houlton, ME

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Houlton, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Houlton, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Houlton, ME

Average UV index in August - Houlton, 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
Houlton, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Houlton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August
Houlton, ME

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

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

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