August weather forecast
Townsend, MA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Townsend, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures in Townsend vary between a high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in August?

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 5:39 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 in Townsend?

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Townsend have in August?

In Townsend, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Townsend, MA

Average temperature in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Townsend, MA

Average pressure in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"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
Townsend, MA

Average wind speed in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Townsend, MA

Average humidity in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

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

Average rainfall in August
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Townsend, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Townsend, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Townsend, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Townsend, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Townsend, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Townsend, MA

Average UV index in August - Townsend, 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
Townsend, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Townsend, 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
Townsend, MA

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

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

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