Somerville weather in August (Massachusetts, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Somerville in August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Somerville in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August marks the summer season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 17°C.

Precipitation

Somerville in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 280 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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 and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Somerville climate page with graphs.

 

Somerville, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 20°C *  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 64% *  

* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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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. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

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