August weather forecast
Westfield, MA

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Weather in August

In August, the sultry summer continues, albeit with a slight dip in temperature from the July peak. The weather remains vibrant with high temperatures hovering around 79.7°F (26.5°C). Despite being a warm month, it emerges as a time for enjoying the immense natural beauty of Westfield. Whether it be trips to the local parks or countryside roam, the moderate weather condition means outdoor pursuits remain top on the agenda.

Temperature

August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), hardly different from the previous month. In Westfield, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Westfield, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Westfield, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In Westfield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Westfield in August?

The high-temperature during August is 79.7°F (26.5°C) and the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Westfield, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Westfield, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Westfield have in August?

In Westfield, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Westfield?

In Westfield, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Westfield, MA

Average temperature in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
Westfield, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Westfield, MA

Average wind speed in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Westfield, MA

Average humidity in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Westfield, MA

Average rainfall in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Westfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Westfield, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Westfield, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Westfield, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in August
Westfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Westfield, MA

Average UV index in August - Westfield, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Westfield, MA

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

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

Average visibility in August
Westfield, MA

Average visibility in August - Westfield, 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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