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The average maximum temperature in Massachusetts in August is 26°. The average maximum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average temperature in Massachusetts in August is 21°. The average temperature ranges is 22° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Massachusetts in August is 17°. The minimum temperature is 18° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Massachusetts in August are 13.9 and there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Massachusetts in August is typically 8.5 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Massachusetts in August is 22.4° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Massachusetts in August is 19.5cm and on average there are 13.4 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Massachusetts in August is 19° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 20° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Massachusetts in August is typically 94.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.7% in the previous month and 93.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Massachusetts in August is typically 80.1%. The average relative humidity is 82.2% in the previous month and 78.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Massachusetts in August is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Massachusetts in August is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Massachusetts in August is from the South West.
