August weather forecast
Harris, RI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Harris, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

Harris marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.7°F (26.5°C), a subtle shift from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Harris, 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 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Harris, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature during August is 79.7°F (26.5°C) and the low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in Harris in August?

In Harris, Rhode Island, during August, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Harris have in August?

In Harris, 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 5:41 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?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average pressure in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average wind speed in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average humidity in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average rainfall in August - Harris, 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 (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Harris, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average snowfall in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harris, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harris, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average UV index in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average visibility in August - Harris, 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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