August weather forecast
Williamsburg, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59°F (15°C) and an average high of 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), indicating a minimal shift from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). The average temperature during August nights dips to a moderate 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Williamsburg, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Williamsburg, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Williamsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

During August, Williamsburg experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59°F (15°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 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 August, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Williamsburg have in August?

In Williamsburg, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Williamsburg have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Williamsburg is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in August in Williamsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Williamsburg, MA

Average temperature in August - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°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 (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Williamsburg, MA

Average humidity in August - Williamsburg, 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
Williamsburg, MA

Average rainfall in August - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Williamsburg, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Williamsburg, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Williamsburg, MA

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

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

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