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

How does the August weather in Needham compare to other months? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In August, Needham typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 16°C.

Precipitation

Needham in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 280 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, July 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 Needham climate page with graphs.

 

Needham, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 20°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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

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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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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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