August weather forecast
Little Compton, RI

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Weather in August

August steadily continues the summer season in Little Compton, albeit with slight temperature fluctuations. While the heat remains relatively high, there's a small dip in temperature with an average high of 77.7°F (25.4°C) marked at this time. It's a month of enjoying the tail end of summer, often with a refreshing ocean dip or cool lemonade. Tourists and locals alike relish the comfortable balance between summer heat and the early hints of arriving autumn. Compared to the hotter July, August signals a gradual wind-down of the summer with a marginally cooler atmosphere.

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C), slightly varied from July's 78.3°F (25.7°C). Little Compton records a steady low-temperature average of 65.7°F (18.7°C) during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Little Compton, during August, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Little Compton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Little Compton, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Daylight

In Little Compton, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, 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 in Little Compton. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Little Compton in August?

During August, Little Compton experiences an average high-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and a low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, in Little Compton, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Little Compton, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

How many hours of daylight does Little Compton have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:01 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 in Little Compton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Little Compton have in August?

In Little Compton, 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 in Little Compton, Rhode Island.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Little Compton is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Little Compton, RI

Average temperature in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Little Compton, RI

Average pressure in August - Little Compton, 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
Little Compton, RI

Average wind speed in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Little Compton, RI

Average humidity in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Little Compton, RI

Average rainfall in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in August
Little Compton, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Little Compton, RI

Average snowfall in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Little Compton, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Little Compton, RI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
Little Compton, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Little Compton, RI

Average UV index in August - Little Compton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Little Compton, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Little Compton, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Little Compton, RI

Average visibility in August - Little Compton, 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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