August weather forecast
Prospect, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Prospect, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.6°F (24.2°C) and min 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Prospect's high-temperatures register at a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. In Prospect, an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) is recorded during August nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of August, 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 7:13 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and a low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

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

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Prospect, Maine, 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 7:13 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Prospect, 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 in Prospect.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average pressure in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average wind speed in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average humidity in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Prospect, 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 daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prospect, ME

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

Average sunshine days in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average UV index in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average visibility in August - Prospect, 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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