August weather forecast
Quincy, MA

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A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts
A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts

Weather in August

August maintains July’s weather legacy, with towering temperatures and long sunlit days. The wind speed drops to its yearly low, providing respite from its gusts and creating an amicable weather for beach and water activities. Rainfall dwindles, making long unhindered outings feasible. Coupled with the appealing weather, Quincy's outdoor charm is at its peak in August.

Temperature

The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), aligning closely with July. August witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, in August, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Quincy, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Quincy?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Quincy, is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Quincy?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout August, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Quincy have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Quincy have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Quincy, MA

Average temperature in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Quincy, MA

Average pressure in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Quincy, MA

Average wind speed in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Quincy, MA

Average humidity in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in August
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Quincy, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Quincy, MA
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Quincy, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Quincy, MA

Average UV index in August - Quincy, MA
  • 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
Quincy, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Quincy, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Quincy, MA

Average visibility in August - Quincy, MA
  • 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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