August weather forecast
Milford, NH

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Weather in August

August carries forward the warmth from July, the high temperatures averaging near 79.3°F (26.3°C). With the average rainfall at 1.97" (50mm), the precipitation dips slightly from July. The daylight hours decline to around 13.9 hours, signalling the approach of the fall season. Nonetheless, August remains an ideal month for outdoor adventures and water-based activities. The month often concludes with slightly cooler evenings, hinting at an approaching change in seasons.

Temperature

As Milford, New Hampshire, steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), displaying minor differences from July's 81.5°F (27.5°C). In August, Milford reports a consistent average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Milford is 76%.

Rainfall

In Milford, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Milford is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Milford?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Milford, is 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Milford?

In Milford, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in Milford in August?

In Milford, New Hampshire, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Milford?

June through September are months without snowfall in Milford, New Hampshire.

What is the average length of the day in August in Milford?

The average day length in August in Milford, New Hampshire, is 13h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Milford?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Milford, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Milford?

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Milford.

How long on average sun shines in August in Milford?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Milford?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Milford, New Hampshire.

What is the UV index reading in August in Milford?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Milford, NH

Average temperature in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average pressure in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average wind speed in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average humidity in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average rainfall in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average rainfall days in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average snowfall in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average snowfall days in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average sunshine days in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average UV index in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average cloud cover in August - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average visibility in August - Milford, 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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