Rochester weather in August (New Hampshire, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Rochester in August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Rochester typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 27°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 15°C.

Precipitation

Rochester in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 261 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers 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 Rochester climate page with graphs.

 

Rochester, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 261 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Concord, the United States of America (46 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Rochester.

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