August weather forecast
Bangor, ME

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The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below
The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below

Weather in August

Transitioning from the peak summers of July, the city of Bangor, Maine starts cooling down in August. The city experiences an average high temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), manifesting a slight dip from the July peak. However, clear skies and low cloud percentage of 38 maintain the warmth and brightness of this month. The occasional cooling breeze and scattered rains offer a solace from the heating sunrays. As the summer season gradually phases out by the end of August, residents make the most out of the remaining longer days and pleasant atmosphere.

Temperature

With the transition into August, Bangor notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C), closely resembling July. Bangor records a consistent low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In Bangor, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bangor, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bangor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.5 days and collects up to 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Bangor is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Bangor, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bangor?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August in Bangor is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bangor have in August?

In Bangor, Maine, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Bangor, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bangor, ME

Average temperature in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Bangor, ME

Average pressure in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Bangor, ME

Average wind speed in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Bangor, ME

Average humidity in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in August
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall days in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bangor, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bangor, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Bangor, ME

Average UV index in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Bangor, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Bangor, ME

Average visibility in August - Bangor, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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