August weather forecast
Middletown, RI

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Weather in August

Though August follows on the heels of the warmest month, it brings slightly milder temperatures to Middletown than July. The weather remains predominantly summery, with ample sunshine hours and a UV index of 6. Generally, rainfall in August is consistent with July, maintaining the balance between sunny and wet days. Transitioning from the peak summer months, August prepares the residents for the impending autumn season. The trend of ideal weather conditions persists in August, granting the city another month of summer merriment.

Temperature

Middletown's average high-temperature marks a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During August, Middletown experiences an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Middletown is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, in Middletown, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall in Middletown.

Daylight

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 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Middletown, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Middletown.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Middletown in August?

During August, Middletown 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 Middletown?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Middletown in August?

In Middletown, in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Middletown?

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Middletown?

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 6:11 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Middletown?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Middletown?

The average sunshine duration in August in Middletown, Rhode Island, is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Middletown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Middletown?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Middletown, RI

Average temperature in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average pressure in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average wind speed in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average humidity in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average rainfall in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average snowfall in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

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

Average sunshine days in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average UV index in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, RI

Average visibility in August - Middletown, 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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