August weather forecast
Orleans, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Orleans, is also an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and an average low of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low of 67.8°F (19.9°C), August stands out as the warmest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Orleans is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Orleans.

Daylight

In Orleans, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?

The highest temperatures in Orleans are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

What is the usual temperature for Orleans in August?

During August, Orleans experiences an average high-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in August?

In Orleans, during August, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Orleans have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Orleans have in August?

In Orleans, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Orleans, MA

Average pressure in August - Orleans, 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
Orleans, MA

Average wind speed in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Orleans, MA

Average humidity in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Orleans, MA

Average rainfall in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Orleans, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Orleans, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orleans, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orleans, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Orleans, MA

Average UV index in August - Orleans, 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
Orleans, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Orleans, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Orleans, MA

Average visibility in August - Orleans, 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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