August weather forecast
Becket, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Becket, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

Becket's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.6°F (24.8°C), nearly consistent with the 78.8°F (26°C) of July. Becket records an average temperature drop to a mild 57.2°F (14°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Becket, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Becket, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Becket is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Becket, Massachusetts, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 57.2°F (14°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Becket, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Becket have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Becket, MA

Average temperature in August - Becket, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Becket, MA

Average pressure in August - Becket, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Becket, MA

Average wind speed in August - Becket, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Becket, MA

Average humidity in August - Becket, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Becket, MA

Average rainfall in August - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Becket, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Becket, MA

Average snowfall in August - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Becket, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Becket, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Becket, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Becket, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Becket, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Becket, MA

Average UV index in August - Becket, MA
  • 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
Becket, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Becket, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Becket, MA

Average visibility in August - Becket, MA
  • 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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