August weather forecast
Orland, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Orland, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As Orland welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C), showing little deviation from July's 76.1°F (24.5°C). August brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 57.7°F (14.3°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Orland, in August, the average high-temperature is 75.6°F (24.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Orland, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Orland, in August, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Orland?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the month with the warmest ocean?

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

How cold is the water in August?

In Orland, the average seawater temperature in August is 57.7°F (14.3°C). Swimming in 57.7°F (14.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Orland.

How many hours of sunshine does Orland have in August?

In Orland, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In Orland, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Orland, ME

Average temperature in August - Orland, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Orland, ME

Average pressure in August - Orland, 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
Orland, ME

Average wind speed in August - Orland, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Orland, ME

Average humidity in August - Orland, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Orland, ME

Average rainfall in August - Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in August
Orland, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orland, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orland, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Orland, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Orland, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 57.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.5°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orland, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orland, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Orland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Orland, ME

Average UV index in August - Orland, 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
Orland, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Orland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Orland, ME

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

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

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