August weather forecast
Sterling, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sterling, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of August, Sterling measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C), not significantly differing from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, during August, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.4 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sterling in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Sterling, in August, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Sterling.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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 in Sterling?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sterling, MA

Average temperature in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Sterling, MA

Average pressure in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Sterling, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Sterling, MA

Average humidity in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Sterling, MA

Average rainfall in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in August
Sterling, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sterling, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sterling, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sterling, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sterling, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Sterling, MA

Average UV index in August - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Sterling, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Sterling, MA

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

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

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