August weather forecast
Somerville, MA

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Weather in August

Despite a slight dip, August clings on to July's remnants of heat in Somerville Massachusetts as the summer season gradually comes to an end. With highs of approximately 80.4°F (26.9°C), it is still a month of warm and sunny days. The month witnesses lower wind speeds, maintaining the calmness of the days. Apart from the warm temperatures, rainfall is relatively lower, hinting at the onset of Autumn. The sunlight exposure minimally drops compared to July, but the days still extend pleasantly into the evenings.

Temperature

Somerville experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in August, subtly different from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). During August, Somerville observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Somerville, in August, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 rainfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Somerville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature during August is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Somerville, in August, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Somerville, snow does not fall in June through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Somerville, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Somerville?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somerville, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Somerville?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Somerville have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What is the month 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 reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Somerville, MA

Average wind speed in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and September (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Somerville, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Somerville, MA

Average UV index in August - Somerville, 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
Somerville, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Somerville, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Somerville, MA

Average visibility in August - Somerville, 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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