August weather forecast
Ogunquit, ME

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Weather in August

The full spirit of summer continues in August in Ogunquit, Maine. With temperatures dropping only slightly from July, outdoor activity remains highly favored while day and night transitions are filled with coastal beauty. The average high temperature for this month levels off at 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the low at 60.6°F (15.9°C). The still-warm ocean waters make for memorable swimming and boating experiences.

Temperature

Ogunquit experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 75.9°F (24.4°C). An average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) marks the month of August in Ogunquit.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Ogunquit.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 65.7°F (18.7°C) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of August in Ogunquit, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ogunquit are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Ogunquit?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Ogunquit?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Ogunquit?

In Ogunquit, Maine, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ogunquit?

June through October are months without snowfall in Ogunquit.

What month is the ocean warmest in Ogunquit?

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

How cold is the water in August in Ogunquit?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Ogunquit is 65.7°F (18.7°C). Swimming in 65.7°F (18.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Ogunquit have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Ogunquit?

On the first day of August in Ogunquit, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Ogunquit?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Ogunquit, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ogunquit have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Ogunquit, Maine, is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ogunquit?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ogunquit.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Ogunquit?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ogunquit, Maine, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average temperature in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°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 (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average pressure in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average wind speed in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average humidity in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average rainfall in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average rainfall days in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Ogunquit, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Ogunquit, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Ogunquit, ME

Average sea temperature in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average sea temperature in August: 65.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average sunshine days in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Ogunquit, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and 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
Ogunquit, ME

Average cloud cover in August - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Ogunquit, ME

Average visibility in August - Ogunquit, 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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