August weather forecast
Kittery Point, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Kittery Point, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

As Kittery Point welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still warm 75.7°F (24.3°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In August, the average low-temperature records at a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, in Kittery Point, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kittery Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.2 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kittery Point, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).
Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 69.8°F (21°C), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.

Daylight

In Kittery Point, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Kittery Point, records 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, in Kittery Point, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Kittery Point, snow does not fall in May through September.

What month is the ocean warmest?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

How cold is the water in August?

In Kittery Point, the average seawater temperature in August is 65.7°F (18.7°C). For most, swimming in 65.7°F (18.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Kittery Point have in August?

In Kittery Point, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kittery Point.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kittery Point is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average temperature in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average pressure in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average wind speed in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average humidity in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average rainfall in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average snowfall in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 65.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average UV index in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Kittery Point, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Kittery Point, ME

Average visibility in August - Kittery Point, ME
  • 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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