August weather forecast
Barrington, RI

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Weather in August

August weather holds on to the summer heat, yet records a slight drop in temperatures from July. But do not be deceived, summer is not over in Barrington. Late-summer rain showers occasionally offer a refreshing change to residents. A slight reduction in daylight hours gives the first hint of the upcoming change of seasons. While sunblock and light clothing are still a necessity, a hint of autumn begins to color the local vegetation.

Temperature

Barrington sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. During August, Barrington experiences an average low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Barrington, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Barrington, is 79.9°F (26.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Barrington, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Barrington have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Barrington have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Barrington?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Barrington, RI

Average pressure in August - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average wind speed in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Barrington, RI

Average humidity in August - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in August
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Barrington, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Barrington, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Barrington, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Barrington, RI

Average UV index in August - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Barrington, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Barrington, RI

Average visibility in August - Barrington, 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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