August weather forecast
Meriden, NH

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Meriden, New Hampshire, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C), not significantly different from the 77.9°F (25.5°C) of July. In the month of August, Meriden witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In Meriden, in August, the average high-temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Meriden?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Meriden, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Meriden have in August?

In Meriden, the average day length in August is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Meriden?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Meriden?

In Meriden, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Meriden, NH

Average temperature in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Meriden, NH

Average pressure in August - Meriden, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Meriden, NH

Average wind speed in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Meriden, NH

Average humidity in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Meriden, NH

Average rainfall in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in August
Meriden, NH

Average rainfall days in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Meriden, NH

Average snowfall in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Meriden, NH

Average snowfall days in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Meriden, NH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Meriden, NH

Average sunshine days in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Meriden, NH

Average UV index in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Meriden, NH

Average cloud cover in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Meriden, NH

Average visibility in August - Meriden, NH
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).

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