August weather forecast
Salisbury, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Salisbury, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Salisbury's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 76.6°F (24.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 63°F (17.2°C) during August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.1 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, during August, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August in Salisbury is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are July and 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Salisbury, MA

Average temperature in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Salisbury, MA

Average pressure in August - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, MA

Average wind speed in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Salisbury, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June and July (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Salisbury, MA

Average rainfall in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in August
Salisbury, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Salisbury, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Salisbury, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Salisbury, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salisbury, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Salisbury, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Salisbury, MA

Average UV index in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Salisbury, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Salisbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Salisbury, MA

Average visibility in August - Salisbury, 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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