August weather forecast
Wakefield, RI

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Weather in August

As August rolls in, weather patterns in Wakefield continue to mirror those in July. Maintaining a peak temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C), the month promises more sun-soaked summer fun. Though rain showers persist, the quantity decreases to 2.36" (60mm), providing a fairly dry stretch for outdoor outings. The cloud cover lessens to 29%, resulting in clear, azure skies over the city. A distinctive element of August is the continual warm weather compounded with the highest UV index of the year, marking it a beach-lovers paradise.

Temperature

Wakefield witnesses its peak temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Wakefield is 78%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wakefield, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Wakefield is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Wakefield. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Wakefield?

The warmest period in Wakefield is usually observed in July and August, with the average high-temperature peaking at 77.5°F (25.3°C).

What are the temperatures in Wakefield in August?

In August, in Wakefield, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Wakefield?

The average relative humidity in August in Wakefield is 78%.

How much does it rain in Wakefield in August?

In Wakefield, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Wakefield?

In Wakefield, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Wakefield?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wakefield, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Wakefield?

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Wakefield?

The average sunshine duration in August in Wakefield is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Wakefield?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Wakefield?

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

Average temperature in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Wakefield, RI

Average pressure in August - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average wind speed in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Wakefield, RI

Average humidity in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in August
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall days in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wakefield, RI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Wakefield, RI

Average sunshine days in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Wakefield, RI

Average UV index in August - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average cloud cover in August - Wakefield, RI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Wakefield, RI

Average visibility in August - Wakefield, RI
  • 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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