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Essex weather in August (United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Essex this August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During August, Essex usually has high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 26°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 16°C.

Precipitation

Essex in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 280 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Essex, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64% *  
Data from: Boston, the United States of America (35 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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Essex.

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