August weather forecast
Mashpee, MA

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Weather in August

Although August follows July's summer rhythm in Mashpee with the temperature scale reading as high as 73.6°F (23.1°C), a minor drop in the cloud percentage indicates the forthcoming autumn. A reduction in the monthly rainfall to a near-yearly low of 1.89in accentuates the predominance of sun-drenched days. The warm waters and sunlit landscapes offer ample opportunities for water sports, beach excursions, or just lazy summer afternoons. August is a testimony to the enduring appeal of New England's summer, interspersed with the subtle whispers of the approaching fall. Aligning sun-soaked beaches with water-friendly temperatures, August emerges as the epitome of a perfect summer ending.

Temperature

The month of August, characterized by an average high of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and a low of 68.4°F (20.2°C), is recognized as the warmest.

Humidity

In Mashpee, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mashpee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?

Mashpee reaches its average highest temperatures in August, measuring 73.6°F (23.1°C) at the peak and 68.4°F (20.2°C) at the lowest.

What are August temperatures?

In Mashpee, 73.6°F (23.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.4°F (20.2°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Mashpee, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Mashpee, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Mashpee have in August?

The average day length in August in Mashpee is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Mashpee?

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

Average temperature in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Mashpee, MA

Average pressure in August - Mashpee, 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
Mashpee, MA

Average wind speed in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Mashpee, MA

Average humidity in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Mashpee, MA

Average rainfall in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
Mashpee, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mashpee, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Mashpee, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mashpee, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in August
Mashpee, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mashpee, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Mashpee, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Mashpee, MA

Average visibility in August - Mashpee, 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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