August weather forecast
Freeport, ME

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Weather in August

August signals a gradual wind down of summer, with a slight dip in temperatures from July. The weather during this month continues to be predominantly warm, enabling a pleasant atmosphere for various activities. After the scorching heat of July, the city begins to experience slightly cooler nautical breezes. Rainfall levels see a mild increase, creating scenic moments of petrichor amidst balmy afternoons. The slow transition towards autumn creates a delightful yoking of summer warmth and the freshness of the oncoming fall.

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Freeport records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Freeport reports a consistent average low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) throughout August nights.

Humidity

In Freeport, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Freeport, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Freeport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Freeport, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Freeport, Maine, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Freeport have in August?

In Freeport, the average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Freeport, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
Freeport, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Freeport, ME

Average wind speed in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Freeport, ME

Average humidity in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Freeport, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Freeport, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Freeport, ME

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • 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 December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Freeport, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in August
Freeport, ME

Average UV index in August - Freeport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Freeport, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Freeport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Freeport, ME

Average visibility in August - Freeport, ME
  • 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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