August weather forecast
Richmond, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Richmond, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.4°F (25.2°C) and min 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in August, during 9.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature during August is 77.4°F (25.2°C) and the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Richmond, in August, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) 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 Richmond, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Richmond, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Richmond is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Richmond.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Richmond, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Richmond, MA

Average wind speed in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Richmond, MA

Average humidity in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Richmond, MA

Average rainfall in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Richmond, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Richmond, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Richmond, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Richmond, 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: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Richmond, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Richmond, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Richmond, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Richmond, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Richmond, MA

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

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

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