August weather forecast
Castine, ME

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Castine, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

Castine's highest average temperatures are recorded in July and August, reaching a high of 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Castine is 82%.

Rainfall

In Castine, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Castine.
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In Castine, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Castine, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Castine, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Castine?

Castine experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) during July and August.

What is the usual temperature for Castine in August?

During August, Castine experiences an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Castine?

In August, the average relative humidity in Castine, Maine, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Castine in August?

In Castine, Maine, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Castine?

In Castine, Maine, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the month with the warmest ocean in Castine?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Castine, Maine, with an average ocean temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

How cold is the water in August in Castine?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Castine, Maine, is 58.6°F (14.8°C). Swimming in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Castine?

In Castine, Maine, the average day length in August is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Castine?

On the first day of August in Castine, Maine, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Castine?

The month with the most sunshine in Castine, Maine, is August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Castine?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Castine is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Castine?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Castine?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Castine, ME

Average temperature in August - Castine, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Castine, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Castine, ME

Average wind speed in August - Castine, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Castine, ME

Average humidity in August - Castine, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Castine, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Castine, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Castine, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Castine, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Castine, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Castine, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Castine, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 58.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Castine, ME
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Castine, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Castine, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Castine, ME

Average UV index in August - Castine, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Castine, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Castine, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Castine, ME

Average visibility in August - Castine, ME
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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