August weather forecast
Fitchburg, MA

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Weather in August

August transitions gently with a slight decrease in average temperatures from the heat of July in Fitchburg. The rainfall is slightly less than in July, registering 2.52" (64mm) spread across roughly 15.9 days. This season encourages afternoons at local outdoor cafes or exploring nature in the many green spaces around. August evenings are often marked with live music and outdoor cinema events. On balance, August offers a robust summer experience interjected with occasional showers in this Massachusetts city.

Temperature

Fitchburg's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), nearly consistent with the 81.5°F (27.5°C) of July. Fitchburg's average low-temperature in August is measured at a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fitchburg, in August, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, in Fitchburg, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fitchburg in August?

During August, Fitchburg experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fitchburg?

In Fitchburg, in August, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Fitchburg.

How many hours of daylight does Fitchburg have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fitchburg?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fitchburg have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average temperature in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average pressure in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average wind speed in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average humidity in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average rainfall in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average UV index in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Fitchburg, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Fitchburg, MA

Average visibility in August - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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