Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Dorchester, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (47°F). Typically, the humidity level in Dorchester throughout August hovers around 78%.
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In August, Dorchester averages 133 mm (5.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 59% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Dorchester reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||