August weather forecast
Skowhegan, ME

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Weather in August

August in Skowhegan presents the peak of summer alongside the first whispers of fall. This crossover month is characterized by warm days and cool nights. Farmers reap their harvests, and local produce floods the markets. End-of-summer festivities create a lively atmosphere. Skowhegan's alluring August weather offers highs of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and lows of 54.9°F (12.7°C), inviting all to enjoy the outdoors.

Temperature

The advent of August in Skowhegan presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. In Skowhegan, August nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Skowhegan, Maine, during August, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Skowhegan, Maine.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Skowhegan is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, in Skowhegan, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Skowhegan is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Skowhegan are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Skowhegan?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Skowhegan, is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Skowhegan?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, Maine, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Skowhegan?

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

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

In August, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Skowhegan?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skowhegan, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Skowhegan?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Skowhegan?

The average sunshine duration in August in Skowhegan, Maine, is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Skowhegan?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Skowhegan?

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

Average temperature in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Skowhegan, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average wind speed in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Skowhegan, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Skowhegan, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Skowhegan, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Skowhegan, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average UV index in August - Skowhegan, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Skowhegan, ME

Average visibility in August - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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