August weather forecast
Canton, CT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Canton, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

Canton experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in August, subtly different from July's 82.2°F (27.9°C). An average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) is observed during the August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Canton is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, in Canton, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout August, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Canton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Canton, Connecticut, is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Canton in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Canton, is 80.2°F (26.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 61.5°F (16.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Canton?

In Canton, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in Canton in August?

In Canton, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Canton?

In Canton, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in August?

The average day length in August in Canton, Connecticut, is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Canton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canton, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Canton?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Canton?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Canton, Connecticut, is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Canton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Canton, CT

Average temperature in August - Canton, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Canton, CT

Average pressure in August - Canton, CT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Canton, CT

Average wind speed in August - Canton, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Canton, CT

Average humidity in August - Canton, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Canton, CT

Average rainfall in August - Canton, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Canton, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Canton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Canton, CT

Average snowfall in August - Canton, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Canton, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Canton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canton, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Canton, CT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Canton, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Canton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Canton, CT

Average UV index in August - Canton, CT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Canton, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Canton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Canton, CT

Average visibility in August - Canton, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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