August weather forecast
Princeton, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Princeton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

August denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) from July's 80.4°F (26.9°C). An average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) marks the nights throughout August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, in August, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Princeton is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Princeton are July and August, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

During August, Princeton experiences an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Princeton, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Princeton, during August, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Princeton, 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 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Princeton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Princeton, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Princeton, MA

Average wind speed in August - Princeton, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall in August - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Princeton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Princeton, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Princeton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Princeton, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Princeton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Princeton, MA

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

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

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