United StatesAverage weather for Maine in August
It's warm in August in Maine with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Maine with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 17°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Maine is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 131 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Maine in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
131 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Maine?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Maine. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2022, Maine reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Maine
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Maine, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Maine
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Maine, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Maine.
Daily UV index in August in Maine
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Maine, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Maine over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Maine, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Maine over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Maine, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Maine
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Maine. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Maine by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Maine. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
