August weather forecast
Oakland, RI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Oakland, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

With the start of August, Oakland measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), not significantly differing from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Oakland experiences a nighttime temperature average of 61.7°F (16.5°C) during August.

Humidity

In Oakland, Rhode Island, 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, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Oakland in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Oakland, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Oakland, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in August?

In Oakland, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Oakland, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Oakland is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Oakland, RI

Average temperature in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average pressure in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average wind speed in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average humidity in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average rainfall in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average snowfall in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

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

Average sunshine days in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average UV index in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, RI

Average visibility in August - Oakland, 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).

Oakland, Rhode Island, USA

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