Cambridge weather in August (Massachusetts, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Cambridge this August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

For August, the weather in Cambridge is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 28°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 17°C.

Precipitation

Cambridge in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 280 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Cambridge. May, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cambridge climate page with graphs.

 

Cambridge, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 20°C *  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 64% *  

* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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