Temperature in Rhode Island in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Rhode Island, the United States of America this August.

Rhode Island, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in August, ranging from 25°C (77°F) in New Shoreham to 28°C (82°F) in Providence. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Providence and 19°C (66°F) in New Shoreham. The month of August is in the summer season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Rhode Island, the United States of America in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of Rhode Island on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Best Places to Visit in Rhode Island in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Rhode Island temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Rhode Island, the United States of America in August?

Daytime temperatures in Middletown typically peak at 26°C (79°F) in August, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Rhode Island, the United States of America in August?

Average overnight lows in Rhode Island, the United States of America during August sit near 18°C (64°F) in Middletown.

What is the warmest city in August in Rhode Island, the United States of America?

Providence tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 17°C (63°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Rhode Island, the United States of America?

Our database indicates that in August, New Shoreham is the city with the coolest temperatures in Rhode Island, the United States of America. You can expect daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows close to 19°C (66°F).

How much sun does Rhode Island, the United States of America get in August?

Middletown enjoys approximately 260 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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