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

Will it be warm or cold in Lexington this August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

For August, the weather in Lexington is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Anticipate daytime highs near 28°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 16°C.

Precipitation

Lexington in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 280 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Lexington.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lexington, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 20°C *  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 96 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 (18 KM, 11 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

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