August weather forecast
Virginia, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Virginia, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into August, Virginia notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C), closely resembling July. Nightly readings in August display a noticeable downturn from daily highs, with the average low-temperature registering a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

In Virginia, Maine, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Virginia, during August, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Virginia, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Virginia, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Virginia. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning 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 average August temperature in Virginia?

During August, Virginia experiences an average high-temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and a low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Virginia?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Virginia?

In Virginia, Maine, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Virginia?

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

How many hours of daylight does Virginia have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Virginia?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Virginia?

The month with the most sunshine in Virginia, Maine, is August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Virginia?

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

When is the highest UV index in Virginia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Virginia?

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
Virginia, ME

Average temperature in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in August
Virginia, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Virginia, ME

Average wind speed in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Virginia, ME

Average humidity in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Virginia, ME

Average rainfall in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
Virginia, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Virginia, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Virginia, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Virginia, 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
Virginia, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Virginia, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Virginia, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Virginia, ME

Average UV index in August - Virginia, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Virginia, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Virginia, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Virginia, ME

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

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

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