August weather forecast
Jamaica Plain, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.5°F (17.5°C) and max 80.4°F (26.9°C).

Temperature

August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C), hardly different from the previous month. Jamaica Plain cools down to an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Jamaica Plain is 73%.

Rainfall

In Jamaica Plain, during August, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In Jamaica Plain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.8 days and collects up to 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature in Jamaica Plain during August is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Jamaica Plain, during August, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Jamaica Plain?

June through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Jamaica Plain is 10.5h.

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?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average temperature in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average wind speed in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average humidity in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average rainfall in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average snowfall in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jamaica Plain, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average UV index in August - Jamaica Plain, 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
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Jamaica Plain, MA

Average visibility in August - Jamaica Plain, MA
  • 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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