Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), bearing a close resemblance to July. In Amherst, the August nights cool down to an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).Humidity
In Amherst, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Amherst, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Amherst, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Amherst, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Amherst is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, in Amherst, sunrise is at 6:10 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 July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Amherst in August?
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How many days does it rain in August in Amherst?
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How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in August?
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What month has the most sunshine in Amherst?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Amherst?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Amherst?
Average temperature in August
Amherst, NH
- Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Amherst, NH
- 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
Amherst, NH
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Amherst, NH
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall in August: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Amherst, NH
- 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
Amherst, NH
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Amherst, NH
- 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
Amherst, NH
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Amherst, NH
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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