August weather forecast
Peterborough, NH

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Peterborough, New Hampshire, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.7°F (25.4°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Peterborough's average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) marks the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Peterborough, in August, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peterborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Peterborough, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Peterborough?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Peterborough, is 77.7°F (25.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Peterborough in August?

In Peterborough, in August, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Peterborough?

June through September are months without snowfall in Peterborough.

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Peterborough?

On the first day of August in Peterborough, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Peterborough?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Peterborough, New Hampshire.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterborough have in August?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Peterborough?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Peterborough, NH

Average temperature in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in August
Peterborough, NH

Average pressure in August - Peterborough, 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
Peterborough, NH

Average wind speed in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Peterborough, NH

Average humidity in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall days in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Peterborough, NH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Peterborough, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Peterborough, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Peterborough, NH

Average sunshine days in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Peterborough, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Peterborough, NH

Average cloud cover in August - Peterborough, NH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Peterborough, NH

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

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

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