August weather forecast
Old Town, ME

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Weather in August

August experiences similar conditions to July, with a marginal decrease in the average high temperature to 77.2°F (25.1°C). The city continues to bask in summertime glory, with hours spent lounging by the pool or river. As the month progresses, hints of the approaching autumn season start to peek through reminding locals to soak up the last of the summer sun.

Temperature

Old Town's average high-temperature marks a still warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During August, Old Town's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Old Town, in August, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Old Town, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through 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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In August, in Old Town, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout August, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Old Town have in August?

In Old Town, the average day length in August is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Old Town, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Old Town, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Old Town, ME

Average humidity in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Old Town, ME

Average rainfall in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in August
Old Town, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Old Town, ME

Average snowfall in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Old Town, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Old Town, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Old Town, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Old Town, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Old Town, ME

Average UV index in August - Old Town, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Old Town, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Old Town, ME

Average visibility in August - Old Town, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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