August weather forecast
Northfield, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Northfield, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), hardly diverging from July's 80.2°F (26.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in August average to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Northfield is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Northfield, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northfield in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Northfield, records 78.4°F (25.8°C), while the low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Northfield, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Northfield, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Northfield?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Northfield, MA

Average temperature in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Northfield, MA

Average pressure in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Northfield, MA

Average wind speed in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Northfield, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Northfield, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Northfield, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Northfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Northfield, 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: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Northfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Northfield, MA

Average UV index in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Northfield, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Northfield, MA

Average visibility in August - Northfield, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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