August Rainfall and Precipitation in New England

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New England, the United States of America in August.

New England, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Burlington (82 mm (3.2 in)) to high in Hartford (120 mm (4.7 in)). The month of August is in the summer season.

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Best Places to Visit in New England in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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New England precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does New England, the United States of America receive in August?

In August, Boston typically receives modest rainfall, around 95 mm (3.7 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in New England, the United States of America in August?

Boston sees roughly 10 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in New England, the United States of America?

August is generally a drier month for New England, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in New England, the United States of America?

Hartford is the wettest city in New England, the United States of America in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 120 mm (4.7 in).

What is the driest city in August in New England, the United States of America?

In our records, Burlington stands out as the driest city in New England, the United States of America for August, averaging just 82 mm (3.2 in).

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