August weather forecast
Narragansett, RI

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Weather in August

August, the final month of summer in Narragansett, has weather conditions that are quite similar to July. With temperatures not varying much from those of the previous month, August treat patrons with warm sunny days. As rainfall remains low, Narragansett's beaches become the hub of activities, attracting locals and tourists alike to take a dip and cool off. Winds during August are relatively slow, providing a gentle breeze during the hot summer days. Despite the high heat, August sees a reduction in relative humidity compared to the preceding month, making the heat more tolerable.

Temperature

The warmest period in Narragansett, with an average high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C), falls in July and August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Narragansett, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

July and August mark Narragansett's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C).

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature during August is 77.5°F (25.3°C) and the low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Narragansett, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Narragansett, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Narragansett have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:02 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Narragansett have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Narragansett, RI

Average pressure in August - Narragansett, 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
Narragansett, RI

Average wind speed in August - Narragansett, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Narragansett, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Narragansett, RI

Average rainfall in August - Narragansett, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Narragansett, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Narragansett, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Narragansett, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Narragansett, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Narragansett, RI

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

Average sunshine days in August - Narragansett, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Narragansett, RI

Average UV index in August - Narragansett, 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
Narragansett, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Narragansett, 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
Narragansett, RI

Average visibility in August - Narragansett, 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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