August weather forecast
West Barnstable, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is August, with temperatures averaging a high of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

In West Barnstable, August records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 72.5°F (22.5°C) and reaching a low of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What are August temperatures?

During August, West Barnstable experiences an average high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In West Barnstable, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

What is the driest month?

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In West Barnstable, during August, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does West Barnstable have in August?

In West Barnstable, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in West Barnstable, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.8h.

What are the months with 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 reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average pressure in August - West Barnstable, 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
West Barnstable, MA

Average wind speed in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average humidity in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall days in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall days in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Barnstable, 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 12min).

  • 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 December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average sunshine days in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.8 days).

Average UV index in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average UV index in August - West Barnstable, 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
West Barnstable, MA

Average cloud cover in August - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
West Barnstable, MA

Average visibility in August - West Barnstable, 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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