August weather forecast
Rocky Point, RI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rocky Point, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.5°F (26.4°C) and min 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

As Rocky Point transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. In August, Rocky Point's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 64.2°F (17.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Rocky Point, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rocky Point, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, 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.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and a low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Rocky Point, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Rocky Point, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Point have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:03 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?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Rocky Point?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average pressure in August - Rocky Point, 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
Rocky Point, RI

Average wind speed in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average humidity in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average rainfall in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average snowfall in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Rocky Point, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rocky Point, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average UV index in August - Rocky Point, 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
Rocky Point, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Rocky Point, RI

Average visibility in August - Rocky Point, 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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