August weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

August's presence records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), closely mirroring July's climate. During August, North Amherst experiences an average low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In North Amherst, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In North Amherst, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, in North Amherst, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in North Amherst are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in North Amherst are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in North Amherst?

In August, in North Amherst, the average high-temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in North Amherst?

The average relative humidity in August in North Amherst, Massachusetts, is 76%.

How much does it rain in North Amherst in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does North Amherst have in August?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, the average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in North Amherst?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Amherst, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in North Amherst?

The months with the most sunshine in North Amherst, Massachusetts, are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does North Amherst have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in North Amherst?

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 North Amherst?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in North Amherst, Massachusetts, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
North Amherst, MA

Average temperature in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
North Amherst, MA

Average pressure in August - North Amherst, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
North Amherst, MA

Average wind speed in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in August
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 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
North Amherst, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - North Amherst, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in August
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in August - North Amherst, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in August
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in August - North Amherst, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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