August weather forecast
Jefferson, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Jefferson, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79°F (26.1°C) and min 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during August registers at a still warm 79°F (26.1°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Jefferson, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Jefferson, 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 in Jefferson, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature, in August, in Jefferson, records 79°F (26.1°C), while the low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 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 Jefferson, in August, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in August?

In Jefferson, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Jefferson, MA

Average temperature in August - Jefferson, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Jefferson, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Jefferson, MA

Average wind speed in August - Jefferson, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Jefferson, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall in August - Jefferson, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in August
Jefferson, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Jefferson, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Jefferson, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jefferson, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Jefferson, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Jefferson, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Jefferson, MA

Average UV index in August - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Jefferson, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Jefferson, MA

Average visibility in August - Jefferson, 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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