August weather forecast
Peabody, MA

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Weather in August

In August, Peabody continues to bask in the summer’s vibrancy, maintaining warm temperatures. The average high temperature slightly drops but still remains an appealing 78.6°F (25.9°C). The sun’s luminosity gradually decreases as the daylight hours shorten to 13.9 hours. The change in foliage, coupled with fewer hours of sunshine, hints at the impending arrival of autumn. Regardless of the slight alterations, the remaining warmth of the summer sun and the calm weather conditions make the city picturesque during this period.

Temperature

The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) marks the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Peabody, in August, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.9 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Peabody.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature, in August, in Peabody, is 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.4°F (18°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Peabody, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Peabody, in August, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Peabody have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine in Peabody is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Peabody?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Peabody, MA

Average temperature in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Peabody, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Peabody, MA

Average wind speed in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Peabody, MA

Average humidity in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in August
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Peabody, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Peabody, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Peabody, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Peabody, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Peabody, MA

Average UV index in August - Peabody, 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
Peabody, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Peabody, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Peabody, MA

Average visibility in August - Peabody, 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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