New Bedford weather in August (Massachusetts, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in New Bedford this August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in New Bedford during August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 27°C, cooling off to about 17°C at night.

Precipitation

New Bedford in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 260 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. 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 New Bedford climate page with graphs.

 

New Bedford, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 260 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 61% *  

* Data from: Providence, the United States of America (44 KM, 27 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.

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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