August weather forecast
Saco, ME

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Weather in August

August continues the trend of warm weather in Saco, Maine, nearly matching July's temperatures. Although the heat is not as intense as the previous month, with a peak of 74.1°F (23.4°C), it assists the city in retaining its summer vibe. August experiences a comforting blend of extended daylight hours with ample opportunities to enjoy outdoor pursuits. Despite the slight decrease in temperatures observed in the late evenings, the liveliness of summer remains unabated throughout. As the last month of "official" summer, August beckons visitors and residents to soak in the remnants of the warm season.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Saco brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), nearly identical to July's 74.5°F (23.6°C). In Saco, in August, the average low-temperature is a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saco, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Saco, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, in Saco, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

August is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Saco?

The high-temperature, in August, in Saco, is 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.6°F (15.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Saco?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Saco?

In Saco, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Saco?

In Saco, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Saco have in August?

In Saco, the average day length in August is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Saco?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saco, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Saco?

The month with the most sunshine in Saco, Maine, is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Saco?

In Saco, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Saco?

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index in Saco.

How high is the UV index in August in Saco?

In Saco, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Saco, ME

Average temperature in August - Saco, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Saco, ME

Average pressure in August - Saco, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Saco, ME

Average wind speed in August - Saco, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Saco, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Saco, ME

Average rainfall in August - Saco, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in August
Saco, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Saco, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Saco, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Saco, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Saco, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Saco, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Saco, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Saco, ME

Average UV index in August - Saco, ME
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Saco, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Saco, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Saco, ME

Average visibility in August - Saco, 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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