August weather forecast
Arctic, RI

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Arctic, Rhode Island, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.2°F (17.9°C) and max 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

Arctic signifies an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) in August, closely mirroring the 80.8°F (27.1°C) of July. Arctic records an average low of 64.2°F (17.9°C) throughout the nights in August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Arctic, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Arctic is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Arctic, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arctic are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Arctic?

In August, in Arctic, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Arctic?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Arctic in August?

In Arctic, in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Arctic?

In Arctic, snow does not fall in June through October.

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

In Arctic, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Arctic?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Arctic?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Arctic have in August?

In Arctic, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Arctic?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Arctic, RI

Average temperature in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Arctic, RI

Average pressure in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Arctic, RI

Average wind speed in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Arctic, RI

Average humidity in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Arctic, RI

Average rainfall in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Arctic, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Arctic, RI

Average snowfall in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Arctic, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Arctic, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Arctic, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Arctic, RI

Average UV index in August - Arctic, RI
  • 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
Arctic, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Arctic, RI

Average visibility in August - Arctic, RI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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