August weather - Summer 2024

Weather in August
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Average pressure in August
Average wind speed in August
Average humidity in August
Average rainfall in August
Average rainfall days in August
Average snowfall in August
Average snowfall days in August
Average daylight in August
Average sunshine in August
Average sunshine days in August
Average UV index in August
Average cloud cover in August
Average visibility in August

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Weather in August

As August rolls in, Springfield continues to experience summer in full swing, albeit with a slight cool-down from July. With temperatures notching slightly lower, August is a signal of the approaching end of the summertime. Springfield in August can be described as a crescendo leading to the fall's symphony, with an undercurrent of anticipation. This is an excellent time to take advantage of the weather before fall blankets the city. Nevertheless, the echoes of summer can still be heard, with Springfield, still basking in the sun's warmth.

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 82.2°F (27.9°C). Springfield, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Springfield, in August, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.4 days and collects up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

August temperatures in Springfield vary between a high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Springfield?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Springfield, during August, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

82.2°F 27.9°C

80.2°F 26.8°C

72.9°F 22.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.7mph 9.2km/h

5.5mph 8.9km/h

5.8mph 9.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.4

23.3

24.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Springfield, MA

Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Springfield, MA

Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Springfield, MA

Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Springfield, MA

Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall in August: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Springfield, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Springfield, MA

Average sunshine days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Springfield, 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
Springfield, MA

Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Springfield, MA

Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

August weather forecast
Springfield, MA

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