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South Orleans weather in August (Massachusetts, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to South Orleans in August? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in South Orleans during August is typically perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 25°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

South Orleans in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Experience the driest month of the year, where clear skies and little rain are the norms. It's a great time to be outdoors. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 278 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit South Orleans. June, July, August and September typically offer 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 South Orleans climate page with graphs.

 

South Orleans, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 278 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel 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 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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