August weather forecast
Mattapan, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Mattapan, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 80.4°F (26.9°C).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Mattapan's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) from July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights in Mattapan is a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mattapan, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mattapan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mattapan, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Mattapan, is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mattapan?

In Mattapan, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Mattapan, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mattapan?

In Mattapan, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

What time 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?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mattapan, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Mattapan, MA

Average pressure in August - Mattapan, 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
Mattapan, MA

Average wind speed in August - Mattapan, 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
Mattapan, MA

Average humidity in August - Mattapan, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Mattapan, MA

Average rainfall in August - Mattapan, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Mattapan, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Mattapan, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mattapan, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Mattapan, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mattapan, 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 12min).

  • 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
Mattapan, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Mattapan, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Mattapan, MA

Average UV index in August - Mattapan, 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
Mattapan, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Mattapan, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Mattapan, MA

Average visibility in August - Mattapan, 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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