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

What's the typical weather in Edgartown for August? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Edgartown during August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 26°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Edgartown in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 278 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Edgartown, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 278 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

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

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