August weather forecast
Orono, ME

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Orono, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 77.2°F (25.1°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C), hardly deviating from July. In Orono, the expected average low-temperature for August is a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Orono, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Orono, Maine, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Orono, Maine, the average length of the day in August 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 7:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Orono, is 77.2°F (25.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

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

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

What time 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 7:13 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Orono?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Orono have in August?

In Orono, the average sunshine duration in August 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 intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Orono, ME

Average temperature in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average pressure in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average wind speed in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average humidity in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average rainfall in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average snowfall in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orono, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orono, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average UV index in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average visibility in August - Orono, 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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