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Providence weather in August (Rhode Island, United States of America)

How is the weather in Providence in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Providence, August is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C.

Providence in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

The city usually sees around 260 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, 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 Providence climate page with graphs.

 

Providence, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 260 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather 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 Providence in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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