August weather forecast
Misquamicut, RI

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Weather in August

August in Misquamicut sustains the summertime warmth, with recorded average high temperatures similar to July at 77.5°F (25.3°C). Even though the heat is consistent, August experiences a moderate drop in rainfall as compared to its preceding month. As summer reaches its peak, no snowfall is recorded, and diminishing daylight hours suggest the gradual descent from summer to fall. Interestingly, the wind speed dips slightly, making the late summer heat more pronounced. Despite the humidity and temperature rise, this remains an attractive time for tourists, marking high beach season.

Temperature

August experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.5°F (25.3°C), barely different from July's 77.7°F (25.4°C). Throughout the month of August, Misquamicut reports a steady low-temperature average of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Misquamicut, in August, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Misquamicut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Misquamicut, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Misquamicut, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Misquamicut are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature during August is 77.5°F (25.3°C) and the low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°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 Misquamicut, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Misquamicut have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Misquamicut?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Misquamicut have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Misquamicut is 10.6h.

What are the months with 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 August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average temperature in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average pressure in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average wind speed in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average humidity in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average rainfall in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Misquamicut, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Misquamicut, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Misquamicut, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average UV index in August - Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Misquamicut, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Misquamicut, RI

Average visibility in August - Misquamicut, 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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