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United StatesThe weather in August in Rhode Island
It's warm in August in Rhode Island with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Rhode Island, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2018, Rhode Island reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Rhode Island
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rhode Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Rhode Island | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Rhode Island with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Rhode Island is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Rhode Island, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Rhode Island
Temperature in August in Rhode Island over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Rhode Island, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Rhode Island
Total precipitation in August in Rhode Island over the years
Daily UV index in August in Rhode Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Rhode Island, 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.
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Average weather in Rhode Island by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rhode Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.