August weather forecast
Medford, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Medford, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C), showing little difference from July's 77.5°F (25.3°C). Medford throughout August, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In Medford, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Medford, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Medford, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Medford, is 75.9°F (24.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Medford, during August, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Medford, ME

Average temperature in August - Medford, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Medford, ME

Average pressure in August - Medford, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

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

Average wind speed in August
Medford, ME

Average wind speed in August - Medford, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Medford, ME

Average humidity in August - Medford, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Medford, ME

Average rainfall in August - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in August
Medford, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Medford, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Medford, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Medford, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Medford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Medford, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Medford, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Medford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Medford, ME

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

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

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