August weather forecast
Pelham, NH

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Weather in August

August sees slightly lower temperatures with highs of 79.9°F (26.6°C) and lows of 61.9°F (16.6°C), a small decline from July. The weather remains dry, registering no snowfall, and the city experiences the same imposing sunny hours as in July. The minor drop in temperature is a subtle hint towards the approaching autumn. August experiences a decline in rainfall to 1.69" (43mm) despite the consistently high humidity. Gradual shifts in weather parameters prepare the city for imminent seasonal transition.

Temperature

Pelham marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), hardly different from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). During August, Pelham records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pelham, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pelham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

Pelham in August has an average high-temperature of 79.9°F (26.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout August, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pelham, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Pelham are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Pelham is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in August
Pelham, NH

Average temperature in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Pelham, NH

Average pressure in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Pelham, NH

Average wind speed in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Pelham, NH

Average humidity in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall days in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pelham, NH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pelham, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pelham, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pelham, NH

Average sunshine days in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Pelham, NH

Average UV index in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Pelham, NH

Average cloud cover in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Pelham, NH

Average visibility in August - Pelham, NH
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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