August weather forecast
Oxford, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Oxford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C), nearly identical to July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). In Oxford, an average nighttime temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is expected during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In Oxford, 79.5°F (26.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Oxford, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Oxford, MA

Average temperature in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Oxford, MA

Average wind speed in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Oxford, MA

Average humidity in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oxford, MA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oxford, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Oxford, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Oxford, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Oxford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Oxford, MA

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

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

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