August weather forecast
Topsfield, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Topsfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 64°F (17.8°C) and max 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) from July's 79.5°F (26.4°C) in the average high-temperature. Throughout August, Topsfield registers a consistent average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Topsfield, Massachusetts, during August, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Topsfield, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 64°F (17.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Topsfield, in August, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Topsfield?

In Topsfield, the average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Topsfield have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Topsfield?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Topsfield?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Topsfield, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Topsfield, MA

Average pressure in August - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, MA

Average wind speed in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Topsfield, MA

Average humidity in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Topsfield, MA

Average rainfall in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Topsfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Topsfield, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Topsfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Topsfield, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Topsfield, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Topsfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Topsfield, MA

Average UV index in August - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Topsfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Topsfield, MA

Average visibility in August - Topsfield, 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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