August weather forecast
South Thomaston, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a pleasant month in South Thomaston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.6°F (15.9°C) and max 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

In South Thomaston, Maine, the month of August registers the highest temperatures, averaging 68.7°F (20.4°C) at the peak and 60.6°F (15.9°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in South Thomaston is 84%.

Rainfall

In South Thomaston, in August, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Thomaston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in South Thomaston, Maine.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in South Thomaston, Maine, with an average ocean temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In South Thomaston, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in South Thomaston?

August, on average, is the warmest month in South Thomaston, registering a high temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and a low of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

What are the temperatures in South Thomaston in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in South Thomaston, records 68.7°F (20.4°C), while the low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in South Thomaston?

In South Thomaston, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August in South Thomaston?

In South Thomaston, Maine, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in South Thomaston?

May through October are months without snowfall in South Thomaston.

When is the ocean warmest in South Thomaston?

The month with the warmest seawater in South Thomaston is August, with an average ocean temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the ocean temperature in August in South Thomaston?

In August, the average ocean temperature in South Thomaston, Maine, is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For most, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in August in South Thomaston?

In South Thomaston, Maine, the average day length in August is 13h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in South Thomaston?

On the first day of August in South Thomaston, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in South Thomaston?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Thomaston have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in South Thomaston is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in South Thomaston?

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

How high is the UV index in August in South Thomaston?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average temperature in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average pressure in August - South Thomaston, 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
South Thomaston, ME

Average wind speed in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average humidity in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall days in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall days in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average sea temperature in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average sunshine days in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average UV index in August - South Thomaston, 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
South Thomaston, ME

Average cloud cover in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
South Thomaston, ME

Average visibility in August - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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