Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Providence, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Providence, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Providence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall in Providence.Ocean temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C).Note: Swimming in water of 69.3°F (20.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In Providence, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Providence, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Providence, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Providence are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Average temperature in August
Providence, RI
- Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Providence, 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
Providence, RI
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Providence, RI
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Providence, RI
- Average rainfall in August: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Providence, RI
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Providence, RI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Providence, RI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Providence, RI
- Average sea temperature in August: 69.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Providence, 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 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
Providence, RI
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Providence, 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
Providence, RI
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Providence, 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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