August weather forecast
Palmer, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Palmer, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), showing little deviation from July's 82.8°F (28.2°C). Palmer's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, in Palmer, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Palmer, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

During August, Palmer experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Palmer, in August, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Palmer.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer have in August?

In Palmer, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index 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
Palmer, MA

Average temperature in August - Palmer, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in August
Palmer, MA

Average pressure in August - Palmer, 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
Palmer, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Palmer, MA

Average humidity in August - Palmer, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Palmer, MA

Average rainfall in August - Palmer, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in August
Palmer, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Palmer, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Palmer, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Palmer, MA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Palmer, 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 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
Palmer, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Palmer, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Palmer, MA

Average UV index in August - Palmer, 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
Palmer, MA

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

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

Average visibility in August
Palmer, MA

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

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

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