August weather forecast
Harrisville, RI

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Harrisville, Rhode Island, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C) from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Throughout August, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrisville, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September 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 5:41 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Harrisville, in August, the average high-temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length 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 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrisville have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Harrisville, RI

Average temperature in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°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 (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in August
Harrisville, RI

Average pressure in August - Harrisville, 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
Harrisville, RI

Average wind speed in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Harrisville, RI

Average humidity in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Harrisville, RI

Average rainfall in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Harrisville, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Harrisville, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Harrisville, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harrisville, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in August
Harrisville, RI

Average UV index in August - Harrisville, 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
Harrisville, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Harrisville, RI

Average visibility in August - Harrisville, RI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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