August weather forecast
Machias, ME

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Weather in August

August weather in Machias remains in the clutches of summer, identical in feel to July with slightly decreased temperature values. As summer begins to let go, the temperature shift is nearly unnoticeable, leaving much of the weather consistent with previous weeks. Despite the continued heat, the climate remains pleasant, conducive to spending time outdoors. Mornings and evenings manifest a refreshing degree of coolness, giving respite to midday sun exposure. The intensity of wind undergoes a subtle revival, offering a soothing breeze beneath the radiant August sunshine.

Temperature

August, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and a low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

In Machias, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Machias is August, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?

August registers as the month with the average highest temperatures, reaching 67.8°F (19.9°C) at its peak and 59.4°F (15.2°C) at the lowest.

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Machias, is 67.8°F (19.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Machias, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Machias?

In Machias, in August, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Machias have in August?

In Machias, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Machias?

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

Average temperature in August - Machias, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Machias, ME

Average wind speed in August - Machias, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Machias, ME

Average humidity in August - Machias, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Machias, ME

Average rainfall in August - Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Machias, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Machias, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Machias, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Machias, ME

Average UV index in August - Machias, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Machias, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Machias, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Machias, ME

Average visibility in August - Machias, 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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