August weather forecast
North Adams, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in North Adams, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average high of 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C), nearly identical to July's 78.6°F (25.9°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights is a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Adams, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In North Adams, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In North Adams, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

During August, North Adams experiences an average high-temperature of 76.5°F (24.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In North Adams, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In North Adams, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In North Adams, the average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in North Adams?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Adams have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
North Adams, MA

Average temperature in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in August
North Adams, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
North Adams, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
North Adams, MA

Average humidity in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in August
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in August
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall days in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
North Adams, MA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
North Adams, MA

Average sunshine days in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in August
North Adams, MA

Average UV index in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
North Adams, MA

Average cloud cover in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
North Adams, MA

Average visibility in August - North Adams, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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