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

What's the typical weather in Wellfleet for August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Wellfleet during August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Precipitation

Wellfleet in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 278 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wellfleet, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 278 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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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.

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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