August weather forecast
Shady Harbor, RI

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Shady Harbor, Rhode Island, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C), nearly matching the July temperature. In August, the average low-temperature records at a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Shady Harbor, Rhode Island, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shady Harbor, in August, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shady Harbor, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Shady Harbor.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shady Harbor are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Shady Harbor?

The high-temperature, in August, in Shady Harbor, records 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Shady Harbor?

The average relative humidity in August in Shady Harbor, Rhode Island, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Shady Harbor in August?

In Shady Harbor, Rhode Island, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shady Harbor?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Shady Harbor have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Shady Harbor?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shady Harbor, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Shady Harbor?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Shady Harbor have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Shady Harbor?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Shady Harbor, Rhode Island.

How high is the UV index in August in Shady Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Shady Harbor, RI

Average temperature in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average pressure in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average wind speed in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average humidity in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average rainfall in August - Shady Harbor, 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 (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Shady Harbor, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average snowfall in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shady Harbor, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Shady Harbor, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average UV index in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Shady Harbor, 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
Shady Harbor, RI

Average visibility in August - Shady Harbor, 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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