August weather forecast
Smithfield, RI

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Weather in August

August sees a slight drop in temperatures compared to July, though it remains a warm and vibrant month. Temperatures often hover around 80.4°F (26.9°C) with the climate marked by consistent patterns of humidity and rain. The warm nights and hot days make August perfect for those who enjoy swimming, boating, and other water sports. The month often concludes with dramatic sunsets, marking the end of the summer season in Smithfield.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Smithfield is a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in August, hardly different from the 82°F (27.8°C) recorded in July. Smithfield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) throughout August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Smithfield is 76%.

Rainfall

In Smithfield, Rhode Island, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, Rhode Island, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Smithfield, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Smithfield is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Smithfield, 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 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Smithfield?

The high-temperature during August is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Smithfield?

In August, the average relative humidity in Smithfield, Rhode Island, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, Rhode Island, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Smithfield?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Smithfield?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Smithfield?

On the first day of August, 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 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Smithfield?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Smithfield, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Smithfield, Rhode Island, is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Smithfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Smithfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Smithfield, RI

Average temperature in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Smithfield, RI

Average pressure in August - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, RI

Average wind speed in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Smithfield, RI

Average humidity in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in August
Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Smithfield, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Smithfield, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Smithfield, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Smithfield, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Smithfield, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Smithfield, RI

Average UV index in August - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Smithfield, RI

Average visibility in August - Smithfield, RI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (5mi).

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