August weather forecast
Prairie, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Prairie, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.2°F (12.9°C) and max 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. During August, Prairie experiences an average low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Prairie, in August, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Prairie, Maine, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Prairie, 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prairie in August?

August temperatures in Prairie vary between a high-temperature of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and a low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Prairie?

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

How much does it rain in Prairie in August?

In Prairie, Maine, in August, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Prairie?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Prairie?

In August, the average day length in Prairie, Maine, is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Prairie?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Prairie?

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Prairie.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Prairie, Maine, is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Prairie?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Prairie?

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

Average temperature in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average pressure in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average wind speed in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average humidity in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average snowfall in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average UV index in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average visibility in August - Prairie, 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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