August weather forecast
Hardwick, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Hardwick, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

Hardwick records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 81.5°F (27.5°C). In Hardwick, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hardwick, during August, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Hardwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.5 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hardwick in August?

Hardwick in August has an average high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Hardwick, in August, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Hardwick have in August?

In Hardwick, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hardwick, MA

Average temperature in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Hardwick, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Hardwick, MA

Average wind speed in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Hardwick, MA

Average humidity in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Hardwick, MA

Average rainfall in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.24"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Hardwick, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Hardwick, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Hardwick, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hardwick, 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: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hardwick, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Hardwick, MA

Average UV index in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Hardwick, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Hardwick, MA

Average visibility in August - Hardwick, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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