August weather forecast
Cumberland, RI

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Weather in August

August in Cumberland, Rhode Island, carries forward the climate trends of July, maintaining the warm summer atmosphere. The days continue to be long, providing ample time for outdoor activities and summer entertainment. One notable climatic feature of August is a slight decrease in the highest temperature to an average of 80.4°F (26.9°C). With the city basking under the summer sun, August extends the outdoor event season. As the end of the month approaches, there's a slight dip in temperature that hints at the upcoming fall weather of September.

Temperature

The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), subtly shifted from July's 82°F (27.8°C). Cumberland's nighttime temperature during August is consistently averaged at a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cumberland, Rhode Island, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cumberland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Cumberland.

Daylight

In Cumberland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Cumberland is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Cumberland?

The high-temperature, in August, in Cumberland, records 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Cumberland?

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cumberland?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Cumberland have in August?

The average day length in August in Cumberland, Rhode Island, is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Cumberland?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cumberland, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Cumberland?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Cumberland?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cumberland is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cumberland, RI

Average temperature in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Cumberland, RI

Average pressure in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Cumberland, RI

Average wind speed in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Cumberland, RI

Average humidity in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cumberland, RI

Average rainfall in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cumberland, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cumberland, RI

Average snowfall in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cumberland, RI

Average snowfall days in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6.5 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
Cumberland, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cumberland, RI
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cumberland, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cumberland, RI

Average UV index in August - Cumberland, RI
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cumberland, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Cumberland, RI

Average visibility in August - Cumberland, RI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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