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Weather in January

January, like December, in Essex, Connecticut, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C). January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Essex, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C). The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Weather in February »

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C). A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C). Essex's transition into April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in March to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Essex, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C). A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is an agreeable month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 73°F (22.8°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C). The arrival of June signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in May to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July is a warm summer month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.6°F (19.2°C) and max 79.7°F (26.5°C). In Essex, July is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and a low of 66.6°F (19.2°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.7°F (18.7°C) and max 78.6°F (25.9°C). August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) from July's 79.7°F (26.5°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Essex, is still a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C). A subtle shift in Essex's weather is observed as August turns into September, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, in Essex, Connecticut, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C). As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is also a fresh month in Essex, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C). Essex's average high-temperature decreases in November, falling from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in October to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Essex, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C). December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Essex?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is generally the coldest month in Essex, Connecticut.

How much does it rain in Essex?

In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow in Essex?

Months with snowfall in Essex, Connecticut, are January through May, November and December.

How many days does it snow in Essex?

Throughout the year, there are 24.2 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Essex?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Essex.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Essex?

The months with the least sunshine in Essex, Connecticut, are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

What is the snowiest month in Essex?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Essex, Connecticut. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Essex?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Essex, Connecticut, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

What is the least humid month in Essex?

The least humid month in Essex is April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the most humid month in Essex?

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

When it does not snow in Essex?

June through October are months without snowfall in Essex.

When are the longest days in Essex?

The month with the longest days in Essex is June, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Essex?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Essex, Connecticut.

What month is the hottest in Essex?

Temperature records in Essex, Connecticut, mark July as the warmest month, with highs averaging 79.7°F (26.5°C) and lows at 66.6°F (19.2°C).

What month has the most sunshine in Essex?

The month with the most sunshine in Essex is August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

What is the driest month in Essex?

September is the month with the least rainfall in Essex. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the rainiest month in Essex?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex?

The month with the shortest days in Essex is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

Average temperature
Essex, CT

Average temperature - Essex, CT

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure
Essex, CT

Average pressure - Essex, CT

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed
Essex, CT

Average wind speed - Essex, CT

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity
Essex, CT

Average humidity - Essex, CT

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall
Essex, CT

Average rainfall - Essex, CT

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days
Essex, CT

Average rainfall days - Essex, CT

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall
Essex, CT

Average snowfall - Essex, CT

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days
Essex, CT

Average snowfall days - Essex, CT

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Essex, CT

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Essex, CT

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days
Essex, CT

Average sunshine days - Essex, CT

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index
Essex, CT

Average UV index - Essex, CT

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

Average visibility
Essex, CT

Average visibility - Essex, CT

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

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